Lydia, a region in western Turkey, is named after the ancient kingdom of Lydia, which was known for its rich cultural heritage and significant contributions to the development of Western civilization. The name Lydia is derived from the ancient Greek language, meaning 'from Lydia', who ruled the kingdom in the 7th century BC. Lydia was famous for its innovative coinage, particularly the Lydian Lion coin made of electrum, and later for the gold Croeseid coins, and its significant role in the history of trade and commerce.
