Phrygian Kingdom under King Midas

740 BCE · Gordion, Frigya (Ankara/Polatılı) · political

During the reign of King Mida (Greek: Midas), Phrygia experienced its most powerful period.

He appears in Assyrian sources as "Mita of Mushki." In the Gordion excavations (Young, 1957) the "Midas Tumulus" was opened: remains of the world's oldest fermented beverage were found.

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What was Phrygian Kingdom under King Midas?
During the reign of King Mida (Greek: Midas), Phrygia experienced its most powerful period.
When did Phrygian Kingdom under King Midas happen?
740 BCE
Where did Phrygian Kingdom under King Midas take place?
Gordion, Frigya (Ankara/Polatılı)