Traces of Magna Grecia in Sibari
Sibari, the ancient Sybaris, was of one of the largest cities of Magna Grecia. Second only to Taranto, ancient Sibari left its mark on history not only for its significant size, 100k inhabitants in 510 B.C., but especially for the extravagant and luxurious lifestyle enjoyed by its residents.
According to legend, the local population were so used to a hedonistic lifestyle of indulgence and opulence that the neighbouring army from Crotone were able to invade the city, not by the traditional method of attacking with weapons, but by lining up along the battlefield and playing their flutes. The Sibarian horses, accustomed to an environment of merriment and celebrations, raised themselves up to dance, unseating their riders and allowing the invaders to take over the city.
Archaeological excavations, started in 1932, revealed layers of ancient ruins that related not to one ancient city, but three. The first was Sybaris, followed by Thurii built by Pericle when Sybaris was destroyed and finally by the Roman colony of Copia. Excavations have so far only revealed a small part of these ancient cities, but it remains a site of great archaeological interest.
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