Greco-Roman World

The Greco-Roman World refers to the historical period and cultural influence of ancient Greece and Rome, roughly from the 8th century BCE to around 500 CE. It encompasses the classical civilizations known for advances in art, philosophy, politics, architecture, and law. This era shaped Western civilization by spreading ideas like democracy, republics, and scientific inquiry. The Greco-Roman world also involved the expansion of these cultures through conquest, trade, and assimilation across Europe, the Mediterranean, and beyond, influencing subsequent societies and civilizations in lasting ways.