Marathusa

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Marathusa or Marathousa (Μαραθούσα), also known as Moratusa or Moratousa,[1] was an inland city of ancient Crete, mentioned by Pliny the Elder[2] and Pomponius Mela.[3] It was probably located near Cydonia.[1]

Its site is unlocated.[1]

References[edit]

  1. ^ a b c Richard Talbert, ed. (2000). Barrington Atlas of the Greek and Roman World. Princeton University Press. p. 60, and directory notes accompanying. ISBN 978-0-691-03169-9.
  2. ^ Pliny. Naturalis Historia. Vol. 4.12.
  3. ^ Pomponius Mela. De situ orbis. Vol. 2.113.

 This article incorporates text from a publication now in the public domainSmith, William, ed. (1854–1857). "Marathusa". Dictionary of Greek and Roman Geography. London: John Murray.