The Bosporan Kingdom was an ancient state located in the region of the Cimmerian Bosporus, which is now part of modern-day Russia and Ukraine. It flourished from the 5th century BCE to the 4th century CE, serving as a vital trade hub between Greece and the Black Sea. The kingdom was known for its rich resources, including grain and fish, and its strategic position allowed it to control important trade routes. The Bosporan Kingdom was heavily influenced by Greek culture, as many of its cities were founded by Greek colonists. The capital, Panticapaeum, became a center of commerce and culture. The kingdom was ruled by a series of kings, often of mixed Greek and Scythian descent, and it maintained a degree of independence even as it faced pressures from larger powers like Rome and Parthia.