Artabri facts for kids

The Artabri were an ancient tribe of Celts. They lived in the far northwest of the Iberian Peninsula. This area is now known as Galicia, in Spain. They were part of the larger Gallaeci people. Ancient writers like Strabo and Ptolemy wrote about them.

Who Were the Artabri?

The Artabri were a group of people who lived a long time ago. They were known as Celts, a group of tribes found across Europe. Their home was near what is now the city of Ferrol in Spain. This was around the area of Cape Nerium.

Life in Ancient Galicia

The Artabri lived during the Roman times, around the 1st century BC. Their main activities included fishing. They also traded many important goods. These goods included metals like silver, gold, tin, and iron. They also traded wild horses.

The Great Artabrian Port

The Artabri were known for a large port called Portus Magnus Artabrorum. This name means "Great Port of the Artabri." This port was not just one bay. It included three important bays, or rias. These were the bays of Ferrol, Betanzos, and Corunna. This shows they were important for sea trade.

What Ancient Writers Said

• Strabo: He was an ancient Greek geographer. Strabo wrote that the Artabri had several seaports. He helped us learn about their location and trade.
• Ptolemy: He was another famous ancient writer. Ptolemy placed the Artabri among the Galaeci Lucenses. He also said their main town was Lucus Augusti. Today, this town is known as Lugo.

See also

In Spanish: Ártabros para niños

• Pre-Roman peoples of the Iberian Peninsula