Establishment of Permanent Settlements

The establishment of permanent settlements refers to the transition of groups of people from a nomadic lifestyle, where they move frequently in search of resources, to a stable way of living in fixed locations. This shift often occurred with the advent of agriculture, allowing communities to cultivate crops and domesticate animals. These settlements led to the development of larger societies, trade, and complex social structures, shaping human civilization. As people settled, they built homes, established governments, and created cultural practices, laying the foundation for modern cities and societies.