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Why did Artemisia II drink her husband's ashes?

Artemisia II was the queen of the ancient kingdom of Caria who, after the death of her brother and husband, King Maussollos, acted out of her deep grief in a legendary manner. The anecdote that she mixed his ashes with wine and drank it is considered a symbol of her love, a mixture of madness and romance. The Mausoleum of Maussollos, built in his memory, later became one of the “Seven Wonders of the World,” a magnificent structure. The mausoleum, which was the culmination of the best work of architects and sculptors, is not just a tomb, but a monument of love and memory that has left its mark on history. Artemisia herself died before she could see it completed, but her thoughts and actions continue to have a profound impact on future generations. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)