Question

Throughout history, why did people stay away from mountains and settle mostly in plains and hills?

Answer 1

It was both, better for farming and mountains usually made it so that settlers were isolated from each other and other civilizations. An example of this is Ancient Greece, they were isolated from other civilizations, making it harder to trade. Hilly regions also tend to be unfitting area for cattle to graze, Ancient Greece had to use goats and other animals that can climb, so that they can graze.

Answer 2

The topography of an area was important for early human settlement. Farmers preferred to settle in flat, open areas such as plains and valleys. Large, flat spaces gave farmers room to plant crops. Also, the rich soil in coastal plains and river valleys was excellent for growing these crops.

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