Magna Graecia
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Magna Grecia was the name given by the Romans to the coastal areas of Southern Italy. In classicaly antiquity, the region was extensively populated by Greek settlers, who established settlements. Many of these settlements would gone on to become powerful polis in their own right.
By the 5th century BCE, the area maintained contact with the Greek islands in the west, such as Thasos would promoted wine trading.
Notable polis included Croton, Cumae, Gela, Sybaris and Syracuse.
Appearance
- Assassin's Creed: Odyssey (mentioned only)