The Etruscan people and culture were native to modern-day Italy. They inhabited the central region of Italy known as Etruria, which is located roughly in the area between the Arno and Tiber rivers. The Etruscan civilization emerged around the 8th century BCE and flourished until the Roman conquest in the 3rd century BCE. The Etruscans were known for their art, technology, religion, and language, which is still not fully understood. They also had a significant impact on the development of ancient Rome, particularly in areas such as architecture, religion, and government.