Creston (Macedonia)
Creston or Kreston (Ancient Greek: Κρήστων, or Crestone or Krestone (Κρηστώνη), was a town of Crestonia in ancient Macedonia.[1] The town is mentioned by Herodotus as being inhabited by Pelasgians who spoke a non-Greek language.[2] The name is also preserved as Crestona or Krestona (Κρηστώνα).
Its site is unlocated.
References[]
- ^ Stephanus of Byzantium. Ethnica. s.v.
- ^ Herodotus. Histories. 1.57.
Categories:
- Populated places in ancient Macedonia
- Former populated places in Greece
- Lost ancient cities and towns
- Ancient Macedonia geography stubs