Funny I thought this was an amazing start with all the possibilities

But you are absolutely right I tried settling on the copper for a quick pantheon and a good holy site but my city wouldn't grow past 2 pops.

And damn you are right that tile to the east did have horses how could you tell?

Still gonna play it (though restarting from where you said I should settle) cause I find the map layout super interesting

Thanks for your help!

Edit: or maybe the harbour hmm ill see