Cisalpine Gaul

Cisalpine Gaul refers to a historical region in northern Italy, which was part of ancient Gaul, the territory inhabited by the Celts. The name means "Gaul this side of the Alps," distinguishing it from Transalpine Gaul in modern France. During the Roman Republic, Cisalpine Gaul was significant for its rich resources and agricultural potential. It became a province of Rome after the conquest in the 2nd century BCE, leading to Romanization and the establishment of cities like Mediolanum (modern Milan). The region played a key role in Rome's expansion and influence in the area.