Phoenician culture

Phoenician culture, originating around 1500 BCE in the region of modern Lebanon, was known for its remarkable maritime trade and seafaring skills. The Phoenicians established city-states like Tyre and Sidon, becoming key traders in the Mediterranean. They are credited with developing one of the earliest alphabets, which greatly influenced future writing systems. Their artisans were skilled in textiles, glass, and metalwork. The Phoenicians also engaged in cultural exchanges, spreading their knowledge, goods, and religion, including the worship of deities like Baal. Their legacy shaped many aspects of ancient Mediterranean civilization and laid foundations for later cultures.