Expansion of La Tène cultural sphere into central France, Bohemia, and the upper Rhine valley

The La Tène Culture

The La Tène culture, named after the archaeological site of La Tène in Switzerland, was a European Iron Age culture that flourished around 450 BCE. This culture was characterized by its art, which was heavily influenced by the Greeks and Etruscans, and its social structure, which was based on warrior elites.

Expansion into Central France, Bohemia, and the Upper Rhine Valley

Around 450 BCE, the La Tène culture began to expand into central France, Bohemia, and the upper Rhine valley. This expansion was likely driven by the desire for new resources and trade routes. As the La Tène people moved into these areas, they brought with them their unique art style and social structure, influencing the local cultures.

Influence of La Tène culture in different regions
Region Influence of La Tène Culture
Central France Adoption of La Tène art style
Bohemia Establishment of warrior elites
Upper Rhine Valley Introduction of new trade routes

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