The Epizephyrian Locrians were an ancient Greek tribe that settled in southern Italy, specifically in the region known as Locri Epizephyrii. They were part of the larger group of Locrians who originally came from Locris in central Greece. The settlement was established around the 7th century BCE and became known for its strategic coastal location. The Epizephyrian Locrians were known for their unique cultural practices and contributions to Greek civilization, including their own dialect of the Greek language. They established a city that thrived on trade and agriculture, and they were also recognized for their religious practices, particularly their worship of the goddess Persephone.