Cleopatra VII, the last active ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt, is commonly known as the Queen of the Nile. She reigned from 51 to 30 BCE and is renowned for her intelligence, political acumen, and relationships with powerful Rome leaders such as Julius Caesar and Mark Antony. Cleopatra is often romanticized in literature and film, symbolizing the allure and drama of ancient Egypt. Her reign marked significant cultural and political developments, and she is remembered as one of the most iconic female figures in history.