it was successful because it was the most powerful state and centrally located between the eastern empire and Persia
it was successful because it was the most powerful state and centrally located between the eastern empire and Persia
The city state is Axum that owed its strength to its location on the Red Sea.
...It's location along the red sea!
It's location along the red sea.
By blocking its primary trade routes
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its location and trade route along the Red Sea
Aksum is the name of a powerful, urban Iron Age Kingdom in Ethiopia, that flourished in the centuries before and after the time of Christ. Its location made it prosper because the surrounding nations were so underdeveloped.
Axum's strategic location on the Red Sea facilitated trade with various regions, including the Arabian Peninsula, India, and the Mediterranean. This access allowed Axum to thrive as a commercial hub, exporting goods such as ivory, gold, and exotic animals, while importing textiles, spices, and luxury items. The thriving trade network not only boosted its economy but also helped spread cultural and religious influences throughout the region.
Axum gained strength in the region of present-day northern Ethiopia and parts of Eritrea. It became a prominent trading empire due to its strategic location along the Red Sea and its access to trade routes connecting Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, and beyond. The city of Axum, as its capital, emerged as a center for commerce, culture, and early Christianity, significantly influencing the region's history.
Axum was located near the Red Sea, specifically close to the Gulf of Aden in present-day Ethiopia. This strategic location facilitated trade with other regions, including the Arabian Peninsula and beyond. The access to the sea was crucial for Axum's development as a powerful trading empire in ancient times.
It is Aksum not, Axum -_- ... They built Obelisks