Mygdonia

Mygdonia was an ancient region located in southeastern Paeonia, in the southern part of what is now North Macedonia. It was bordered by Pelagonia to the west, Paeonia proper to the north, and Crestonia to the east. The Mygdonians were a Thracian tribe who were known to have inhabited this area in antiquity.

The region's strategic location made it significant in the history of the Balkan Peninsula. It was a point of passage and often a contested territory between various ancient powers, including the Paeonians, Macedonians, and later the Romans. While not as extensively documented as some other ancient regions, archaeological findings in the area have shed light on the settlements and cultural practices of its inhabitants.

The exact extent of Mygdonia varied over time, but it generally encompassed the fertile plains and river valleys, likely centered around the Axios (Vardar) River. The inhabitants were primarily agriculturalists, with evidence suggesting trade and interaction with neighboring tribes and larger empires. The influence of Macedonian culture, particularly during the Hellenistic period, is also discernible in the archaeological record of Mygdonia. Its history is intertwined with the broader political and military developments that shaped the ancient Balkans.