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Ancient Corinth was one of the largest and most important cities of Greece, with a population of 90,000 in 400 BC. The Romans demolished Corinth in 146 BC, built a new city in its place in 44 BC, and later made it the provincial capital of Greece.
Corinth, an ancient and a modern city of the Peloponnese, in south-central Greece. The remains of the ancient city lie about 50 miles (80 km) west of Athens, at the eastern end of the Gulf of Corinth, on a terrace some 300 feet (90 metres) above sea level.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Sep 2, 2009 · Learn about the history, mythology, and culture of Corinth, a major city in ancient Greece and the Roman Empire. Explore its trade, colonies, wars, temples, and legacy.
- Mark Cartwright
Learn about the history and culture of Corinth, a wealthy and immoral port city in Paul's day. Read Paul's letters to the Corinthian church and Clement's letter of rebuke and encouragement.
Nov 23, 2023 · Ancient Corinth was strategically positioned on the isthmus connecting mainland Greece with the Peloponnese. The archaeological site of Ancient Corinth includes the remains of temples, theaters, the agora, the Roman forum, baths, and various other structures.
Aug 28, 2021 · Ancient Corinth was a powerful Greek city-state built in the Peloponnese 82 km southwest of Athens. It was inhabited since the Neolithic time and Homer describes Ancient Corinth as a ‘rich’ city. Its strategic position near the Corinth Canal and fertile ground made Corinth a vital trade center.
A port city located at the narrow neck that joins the Peloponnese to mainland Greece, Ancient Corinth controlled important trade routes. Ancient Corinth was actually inhabited since the...
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