The Greek cities sent their surplus populations out and established city-states around the Mediterranean and Black Seas. Some were sent to North Africa - eg Tripoli (Tripolis in Greek = three cities). Then Alexander the Great captured Egypt and Libya, establishing Greek cities eg Alexanddia named after himself.
There are two capital cities named after their countries: Bern is the capital of Switzerland, and Madrid is the capital of Spain.
There are no cities named "Portugal" within the country of Portugal itself. However, there are cities and towns named Portugal in other countries, such as the United States. These cities were likely named after the country of Portugal due to historical connections or influences.
The original Phoenician name for Tripoli is Oea. It later became named Athar.
I find no mention of a river named Mediterranean River" anywhere on the Internet There are many rivers, running through many countries, around the Mediterranean Sea.
Mexico, Missouri Italy, Texas
In South Carolina, the cities named after countries include Florence, named after Florence, Italy, and Georgetown, named after the city of Georgetown in the country of Guyana. Additionally, there is a town called Denmark, which references Denmark in Northern Europe. These cities reflect a historical connection to their namesakes, often through early settlers or cultural influences.
Some examples of capital cities named after their countries are: Bern (Switzerland), Paris (France), Washington, D.C. (United States), and Rome (Italy).
There are at least 10 cities named Jalalabad in various countries.
US, Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand
These include Guatemala and Panama.
No. While there are cities named "Boston" in various countries (USA, UK, Uzbekistan, Philippines), there is no country named Boston.