Metropolis (Amphilochia)
Metropolis (Ancient Greek: Μητρόπολις) was a city in ancient Amphilochia, Greece, near to and probably northeast of Olpae.[1][2] During the Peloponnesian War, the Spartan general camped here prior to the Battle of Olpae in which he was slain.[3]
References[]
- ^ Smith, William, ed. (1854–1857). "Metropolis". Dictionary of Greek and Roman Geography. London: John Murray.
- ^ Smith, William, ed. (1854–1857). "Argos Amphilochicum". Dictionary of Greek and Roman Geography. London: John Murray.
- ^ Thucydides 3.107.
Categories:
- Former populated places in Greece
- Cities in ancient Greece
- Lost ancient cities and towns
- Ancient Greece geography stubs