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1. Thebes

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   Thebes (Ancient Greek: $\Theta \tilde{\eta} \beta \alpha \iota$, Thēbai) was a major city-state (polis) in ancient Greece, located in the region of Boeotia's southern plain. For centuries, it stood as one of the most powerful and influential centers of the Greek world, particularly renowned for its military prowess, mythic associations, and significant architectural achievements. Its geographical location on the Isthmus of Corinth, though slightly inland, provided excellent defensive positioning and fertile agricultural lands, contributing …