The limited arable land in river valleys separated by mountains ensured that separate city-states were developed. When burgeoning populations outstripped the productive capacity of the soil, the city-states shipped their surplus populations off to other coastal sites around the Mediterranean and Black Seas to seize land and establish new city-states, resulting in over 2,000 city states.
Athens, situated in harsh mountains, led to the development of the city-state mode of government. Due to the relative isolation, each city state was self governing for the most part. Athens was the birthplace for democracy.
Geography significantly shaped Athens' development and culture. Its location near the Aegean Sea fostered maritime trade and naval power, allowing Athens to become a leading commercial hub. The surrounding mountains provided natural defense and limited expansion, promoting a focus on city-state governance. Additionally, the fertile plains facilitated agriculture, supporting a growing population and contributing to Athens' prosperity.
they all died.... all of them.... :(
The geography of Athens influenced its focus on trade and maritime activities due to its location near the sea, leading to the development of a strong navy and a mercantile economy. In contrast, Sparta's location in a more rugged, landlocked region shaped its emphasis on agriculture and military training, resulting in a society focused on warfare and discipline.
A vast and Varied land and rivers
Geography of the Northeast affected its economic development since an increase in rainfall and sea level rise can lead to more damaging floods.
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Geography can affect national development in a variety of ways. For example, many countries in Africa for example, are hindered in their development because their geographical location renders them landlocked and thus unable to trade with anyone except their immediate neighbors.
They all went to circle k to get polar pops. lol :)
How did china's geography affect its devilment?
For the first time, ordinary citizens could participate directly in government.
how did geography affect the early arabs way of life