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IRAQ: ZIGGURAT IN UR. Ruins of the Third Sumerian Dynasty ziggurat in Ur, built c2100 B
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IRAQ: ZIGGURAT IN UR. Ruins of the Third Sumerian Dynasty ziggurat in Ur, built c2100 B
IRAQ: ZIGGURAT IN UR.
Ruins of the Third Sumerian Dynasty ziggurat in Ur, built c2100 B.C. Photograph, c1932
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1932 Archaeology Bronze Age Desert Dynasty Iraq Iraqi Prehistoric Ruin Ruins Sumer Third Sumerian Ziggurat
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This photograph takes us back in time to the ancient city of Ur, located in present-day Iraq. The image showcases the ruins of a magnificent ziggurat, which was built during the Third Sumerian Dynasty around 2100 B. C. The ziggurat stands tall against the backdrop of a barren desert landscape, its weathered stones telling stories of an era long gone. Its architecture is a testament to the advanced engineering skills and artistic prowess of the Sumerians, who were one of the earliest civilizations in history. A lone man can be seen standing near the base of this awe-inspiring structure, providing scale and emphasizing its grandeur. His presence adds a sense of wonderment as we contemplate how these ancient people managed to construct such monumental edifices without modern technology. As we gaze upon this photograph from 1932, we are reminded that archaeology allows us to uncover fragments from our past and piece together narratives that would otherwise remain lost. It serves as a reminder of humanity's enduring curiosity about our origins and our desire to understand those who came before us. This print captures not only an archaeological marvel but also invites contemplation on human ingenuity throughout history. It reminds us that even amidst ruins, there is beauty and knowledge waiting to be discovered.
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