City of Antioch, California
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Antioch - Wikipedia
WEBAntioch became the capital and court-city of the western Seleucid Empire under Antiochus I, its counterpart in the east being Seleucia; but its paramount importance dates from the battle of Ancyra (240 BC), which shifted the Seleucid centre of gravity from Anatolia, and led indirectly to the rise of Pergamon.
Antioch | Ancient City in Turkey, History & Culture | Britannica
WEBAug 16, 2024 · Antioch, populous city of ancient Syria and now a major town of south-central Turkey. It lies near the mouth of the Orontes River, about 12 miles (19 km) northwest of the Syrian border. Antioch was founded in 300 bce by Seleucus I Nicator, a former general of Alexander the Great.
Antioch, California - Wikipedia
WEBAntioch is the third-most populous city in Contra Costa County, California, United States. The city is located in the East Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area along the Sacramento–San Joaquin River Delta .
About Antioch – City of Antioch, California
WEBWith a population of over 100,000 people, Antioch has become the heart of Eastern Contra Costa County, offering a variety of employment, shopping and vast recreational activities. Land remains plentiful and affordable, compared with other parts of the Bay Area.
Antioch | Turkey, Map, & History | Britannica
WEBAntioch, ancient city in Phrygia, near the Pisidian border, close to modern Yalvaç, in west-central Turkey. Founded by Seleucus I Nicator (c. 358–281 bce), it was made a free city in 189 bce by the Romans, who took direct control about 25 bce; soon thereafter the emperor Augustus made it a colony.
The Glorious History of the Ancient Greek City of Antioch
WEBApr 12, 2024 · Antioch on the Orontes, an ancient Greek city on the eastern side of the Orontes River, was one of the most glorious of all the Greek cities in the world. Home to hundreds of thousands of people in its golden age, it was known as “The Second Rome” and subsequently “the Cradle of Christianity” before it experienced so many cataclysmic ...
9 Must-Visit Historic Sites In Antioch, California
WEBFeb 1, 2024 · Antioch, California, a city steeped in rich history and vibrant culture, is home to a treasure trove of historic sites that offer a glimpse into the past. From Discover the best things to do in California, from iconic landmarks to hidden gems, with our comprehensive guide to the Golden State.
Antioch (California) – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WEBIt was founded in 1850 by two brothers, William and Joseph Smith, who named the town Smith's Landing. In 1851, the town's new minister persuaded the residents to change the name of the town to Antioch, for the Biblical city of Antioch, Syria. Antioch is the 270th largest city in America.
Antioch | Historic Town, San Joaquin River | Britannica
WEBSep 11, 2024 · Antioch, city, Contra Costa county, western California, U.S. Lying on the San Joaquin River, it was founded as Smith’s Landing in 1849. In 1851 it was renamed for the biblical Antioch, and it developed from a small agricultural community into a major industrial complex.