+Ancient Italy encompasses the Italian Peninsula during classical antiquity, a land where diverse cultures flourished before the dominance of the [Roman Empire](/wiki/roman_empire). It was a cradle of civilization, home to peoples like the [Etruscans](/wiki/etruscans) and various Italic tribes, whose vibrant societies laid foundations for future ages.
+## See also
+- [Roman History](/wiki/roman_history)
+- [Italic Peoples](/wiki/italic_peoples)
+- [Magna Graecia](/wiki/magna_graecia)
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