What is corinth?

Corinth is an ancient Greek city located in the northeastern part of the Peloponnese peninsula. It was one of the major city-states of ancient Greece and played a significant role in Greek history, particularly in the Peloponnesian War between Athens and Sparta.

Corinth was known for its strategic location at the narrow strip of land that connected the Peloponnese with the Greek mainland. This location made it a key trading hub and allowed it to prosper as a center of commerce and industry.

The city was also famous for its architectural achievements, such as the Temple of Apollo and the Acrocorinth, a fortress located on a steep hill overlooking the city. Corinth was also known for its pottery, particularly its distinctive black-figure and red-figure pottery styles.

Corinth was eventually conquered by the Romans in 146 BC, and it became an important Roman colony and major trading center in the region. The city declined in importance after the fall of the Roman Empire but has been revived in modern times as a popular tourist destination due to its rich history and archaeological sites.