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The Kingdom of Pontus was divided into two distinct areas: the coastal region and the Pontic interior. The coastal region bordering the Black Sea was separated from the mountainous inland area by the Pontic Alps, which run parallel to the coast.
Timeline. 88 BCE - 63 BCE. Mithridates of Pontus fights three wars to free Greece from Rome. c. 75 BCE. Trapezus is part of the Pontic Kingdom of Mithradates VI. 66 BCE. The Manilian Law is passed, giving Pompey great power to deal with Mithridates VI of Pontus.
Interactive detailed political map from ancient times to our days. Empires, kingdoms, principalities, republics
Pontus was a historically significant region on the southern coast of the Black Sea, known for its strategic location, diverse terrain, and cultural richness. From its early days as a center of Greek colonization and trade to its prominence as the Kingdom of Pontus under Mithridates VI, the region played a crucial role in the ancient world.
7 lip 2023 · Despite facing setbacks in the 4th century BCE, Sparta’s unique social structure and military legacy continue to fascinate historians and its ruins serve as a testament to its remarkable history. Timeline of Sparta. 12th-10th centuries BCE – Dark Ages in Greece.
Explore the timline of Sparta. Sparta was one of the most important city-states in ancient Greece and was famous for its military prowess. The professional and well-trained Spartan hoplites with their distinctive red cloaks and long...
Map of Asia Minor in 89 BC, showing Roman provinces and client states as well as Pontic territory. The Kingdom of Pontus, under Mithridates VI the Great, is in green.