The Greeks began establishing colonies in the 8th century BCE. This period of Greek colonization, which lasted until the 6th century BCE, is known as the Archaic period.
Where were the located.?
Greek colonies were located throughout the Mediterranean Sea and Black Sea regions. Some of the most notable Greek colonies included:
* Syracuse (Sicily)
* Cumae (Italy)
* Massalia (France)
* Byzantium (Turkey)
* Olbia (Ukraine)
These colonies played an important role in the spread of Greek culture and trade throughout the Mediterranean and Black Sea regions. They also served as a source of raw materials and agricultural products for Greece.