The Falisci were an ancient Italic people who lived in the region of Etruria, in what is now central Italy. They spoke a language closely related to Latin and were known for their agricultural practices and trade. Their main settlement was the city of Falerii, which played a significant role in the region's history. The Falisci had cultural ties with their neighbors, particularly the Etruscans and Romans. They were eventually absorbed into the Roman Republic during the late 4th century BCE, losing their distinct identity but contributing to the cultural and social fabric of early Rome.