Herod the Great ruled Judea as a client king of Rome for 33 years, from 37 to 4 BCE. This period was characterized by prosperity, largely due to a vast building program that encompassed over 30 construction projects across the eastern Mediterranean. Notable achievements included fortification walls, a palace, and the renovation of the Second Temple in Jerusalem. However, the crowning achievement was the establishment of Caesarea Maritima, which featured a colossal harbor, symbolizing Herod's impact on the region's architecture and infrastructure.
Herod the Great's building program included over 30 projects throughout the eastern Mediterranean, showcasing monumental works like fortresses, palaces, aqueducts, and renovations of significant sites such as the Second Temple in Jerusalem.
The construction of Caesarea Maritima stands out as perhaps Herod's biggest achievement, featuring a colossal harbor that served as the centerpiece of the new metropolis.
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