Tityrus

Tityrus, also known as Tityre, was a city in ancient Phoenicia, located on the coast of modern-day Lebanon. It was one of the most important cities in the region during the Bronze Age and Iron Age. The city was founded around the 12th century BCE and was known for its strategic location, which made it a significant center for trade and commerce. Tityrus was also a major religious center, with a temple dedicated to the goddess Tanit, who was worshipped throughout the Phoenician world.

The city was known for its extensive trade networks, which connected it to other major Phoenician cities such as Tyre, Sidon, and Byblos. Tityrus was also a major producer of wine, which was exported to other parts of the Mediterranean. The city was also known for its shipbuilding industry, which produced some of the most advanced ships of its time.

Tityrus was destroyed by the Assyrians in the 8th century BCE, but it was later rebuilt and continued to play a significant role in the region until the Roman conquest of Phoenicia in the 1st century BCE. Today, the ruins of Tityrus can be found near the modern-day city of Sidon, Lebanon. The site is a popular tourist destination, offering visitors a glimpse into the rich history of ancient Phoenicia.