Villages grew around fertile

and plains. Early Southeast Asians
on the seas. They traded natural resources and spread their
to different areas. Southeastern Asian cultures were also introduced to the
systems and architectural styles of South Asia.
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This exchange of ideas and goods helped to enrich and diversify the cultures of Southeast Asia. The development of agriculture and trade also resulted in the formation of complex societies with hierarchical social structures and centralized political systems. The introduction of new crops, such as rice, and domesticated animals, helped to increase food production and support larger populations. Overall, the early Southeast Asians were able to create thriving and diverse communities through their connections with neighboring regions and their skilled adaptation to their environments.