What geographic conditions would other ancient civilizations to develope?

Civilisations need:

-water access (for drinking, irrigation and transport): so proximity of rivers, a great number of rivers would be beneficial (shores are not soo good, as the seas are too salty to drink)

- climate that allows to produce food (warm, semi-humid climate is best)

-also good mineral sources are good (coal, stone) - for building

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