description Dacian Kingdom Overview
The Dacian Kingdom was an ancient state located north of the Danube River in what is now Romania, reaching its peak under King Burebista in the 1st century BC and later under Decebalus in the late 1st and early 2nd centuries AD. The Dacians were known for their capital at Sarmizegetusa Regia, their metalworking, and their fortified mountain settlements. The kingdom was conquered by the Roman Empire under Emperor Trajan following two wars (101–102 and 105–106 AD), leading to the establishment of the province of Dacia.
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Where was the Dacian Kingdom located?
The Dacian Kingdom was centered north of the Danube in areas that are now mainly Romania. Its mountain strongholds included the Orăștie Mountains, while Sarmizegetusa Regia served as a major political and religious center.
Who were the most important Dacian kings?
Burebista built a powerful Dacian kingdom in the 1st century BC, while Decebalus ruled during the late 1st and early 2nd centuries AD. Decebalus is especially known for resisting the Roman emperor Trajan.
How did Rome defeat the Dacian Kingdom?
Emperor Trajan launched two major Dacian Wars, in AD 101 to 102 and AD 105 to 106. After the second war, Rome captured Sarmizegetusa and incorporated much of Dacia as a province.
What is Sarmizegetusa Regia?
Sarmizegetusa Regia was a fortified Dacian center in the Orăștie Mountains. It should not be confused with Ulpia Traiana Sarmizegetusa, the Roman city founded after the conquest.
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