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the slaves built the ziggurats and if your wondering it took over 180 slaves to build a ziggurat
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What kind of lifestyle did an babylonians live?
mostly building ziggurats
Who were the only people allowed inside ziggurats?
The people allowed inside ziggurats were the priests that were assigned to take care of the building. They were not places of worship, they were the house of the god.
Why did the sumerians build ziggurats as their tallest building?
Maybe because it meant a lot to them and cared more about them
What materials did the sumerians build?
The Sumerians are known for building ziggurats that were close to the sky to be closer to heaven.
How did Sumerians get their material to the building site to build the ziggurats?
Ziggurats are constructed of clay brick. In the desert regions of Mesopotamia, all you needed was dirt, water, and the sun. All of those materials were bountiful in the area they lived in.
Why were ziggurats large?
why were ziggurats so large
Where were the ziggurats invented?
The ziggurats were invented in Mesopotamia.
Why were ziggurats so large?
why were ziggurats so large
What were the mud bricks made from to make ziggurats?
Mud bricks used to construct ziggurats were primarily made from a mixture of clay, mud, and straw. This combination provided the necessary binding properties and strength. The bricks were formed in molds and then sun-dried to harden. This building material was widely available and effective for creating the massive structures characteristic of ziggurats in ancient Mesopotamia.
Was there writing on the outside of ziggurats?
Yes, ziggurats often had inscriptions on the outer walls that praised the ruler who commissioned the building, mentioned the purpose of the ziggurat, and sometimes included religious or historical texts. These inscriptions served to glorify the ruler and the deity to whom the ziggurat was dedicated.
What did ziggurats connect?
Ziggurats were said to connect Earth and Heaven
Is ziggurats important?
The Sumerians built the ziggurats to please and respect their gods.
