Salcitani facts for kids
The Salcitani were an ancient group of people who lived on the island of Sardinia a very long time ago. We know about them because a famous ancient writer named Ptolemy mentioned them in his books.
Who Were the Salcitani?
The Salcitani were one of many different groups of people who lived in Sardinia during ancient times. They were part of the rich history of the island, which has been home to various cultures and civilizations over thousands of years.
Where Did They Live?
The Salcitani lived in a specific part of Sardinia. According to Ptolemy, their home was located:
- South of the Carenses people
- South of the Cunusitani people
- North of the Æsaronenses people
This helps us understand their general location on the island, even though we don't have exact maps from their time.
Who Was Ptolemy?
Ptolemy was a very important ancient Greek writer, mathematician, astronomer, and geographer. He lived in Egypt around 100 to 170 AD. He wrote many books, and one of his most famous works was called "Geographia" (Geography). In this book, he tried to map the entire known world and listed many different places and peoples, including the Salcitani in Sardinia. His writings are a key source for learning about ancient geography and the people who lived in different regions.
