Alexander the Great part due to Aristotle's tutelage; Alexander was intelligent and quick to learn. His intelligent and rational side was amply demonstrated by his ability and success as a general. He had great self-restraint in "pleasures of the body", in contrast with his lack of self-control with alcohol. Alexander was erudite and patronized both arts and sciences. However, he had little interest in sports or the Olympic games (unlike his father), seeking only the Homeric ideals of honour ("timê") and glory ("kudos"). He had great charisma and force of personality, characteristics which made him a great leader. His unique abilities were further
Cultural depictions of Alexander the Great Great") in Arabic, سکندر اعظم, "Skandar" in Pashto. Alexander is one of the two principals in most versions of the Diogenes and Alexander anecdote. Around twenty towns or outposts were founded by Alexander the Great. Some of the main cities are: The Italian city of Alessandria is not named for Alexander the Great but for Pope Alexander III. However, the Medieval choice of this name was likely influenced by the example of the above cities. At least two airports have been named after Alexander: Cultural depictions of Alexander the Great Alexander the Great's accomplishments and legacy have been preserved and