@kali66 He was certainly an interesting figure. There are many reasons why I enjoy reading about him, but the reason that stands out for me was the fact that he was such a Greekophile. He's pretty much the reason why people today are taught to have such high respect for historical Greek culture. Some tidbits: https://www.britishmuseum.org/explore/themes/leaders_and_rulers/hadrian/life_and_legacy.aspx
https://www.britishmuseum.org/explore/themes/leaders_and_rulers/hadrian/life_and_legacy.aspx