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In his lifetime King Alexander III of Macedon, better known as Alexander the Great, forged one of the largest empires in ancient history. But it was what happened to Alexander following his demise \u2013 his \u2018life after death\u2019 - which resulted in one of the great archaeological mysteries of the ancient Mediterranean. Following his death, aged just 32, his corpse became of prime importance for his former subordinates \u2013 a talismanic symbol of legitimacy during the tumultuous period that was the Wars of the Successors. Later still, the body and tomb of this great conqueror \u2013 placed right in the centre of ancient Alexandria \u2013 retained its importance. From Ptolemaic pharaohs to Roman emperors, Alexander\u2019s tomb became a place of holy pilgrimage for many seeking power and prestige. For several centuries the tomb of this Macedonian ruler was one of the great attractions of the ancient Mediterranean. That was, however, until the end of the 4th century when all mention of this building, and the precious corpse housed within, disappeared. So what happened to Alexander\u2019s tomb? And where might Alexander\u2019s body be buried today? To talk through several theories surrounding one of ancient history\u2019s great archaeological mysteries, Tristan from The Ancients chatted to Dr Chris Naunton.