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Document Details : Title: Unearthing the Economic Impact of Roman Urbanisation in Northern Galatia Subtitle: An Analysis of the Upper Sakarya River Valley Author(s): MARANZANA, Paolo Journal: Anatolica Volume: 50 Date: 2024 Pages: 171-192 DOI: 10.2143/ANA.50.0.3293611 Abstract : This paper addresses the economic impact of urbanization in the northern part of Galatia during the Roman period, focusing in particular on the Upper Sakarya River valley. Archaeological and historical studies in the area have shown that the creation of cities and the presence of a Roman auxiliary garrison in Gordion led to significant changes in the local economy, including vegetation, animal populations, and rural settlements. Another indicator of economic development is the emergence of the local industry of pottery manufacture — especially fine tableware (terra sigillata). Fine tableware gained popularity throughout Roman Galatia; however, initial inquiries into pottery distribution in the area indicated that only major centers, such as Pessinus and Ankara, had consistent access to long-distance imports, while other cities were almost only supplied by local workshops. This may point to the adoption of different strategies that local communities employed in order to respond to the stimuli brought by the newly established Roman rule. |
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