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Venice in Italy was a city known for being a center for overland and water trade routes. Its strategic location along the Adriatic Sea and its network of canals made it a major hub for trade between Europe and the East.
The Phoenicians set up small trading posts known as emporia in villages along their trade routes. These emporia served as centers for trade and exchange of goods between the Phoenicians and local communities.
The development of new technologies like ships capable of long-distance travel, the establishment of trade routes, and the rise of powerful empires and city-states that facilitated and controlled trade were all important factors in developing trade between continents. Additionally, the desire for exotic goods, resources, and wealth also played a significant role in driving trade between continents.
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Site factors that influence settlement in a town or city include access to resources (such as water and fertile land), natural features (such as mountains or rivers), transportation routes, climate, and proximity to markets or trade routes. These factors can determine the attractiveness of a site for people to establish a settlement.