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A temple. It was also in the center of every sumerian city, and would serve as a headquarters for the royal family and king. Not just a religious center, but a government center too.

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Where was the Sumerian ziggurat built at?

Sumerian ziggurats were typically built in the center of major cities, serving as religious and administrative centers. Some well-known examples include the ziggurat at Ur and the ziggurat at Eridu.


How would you label a ziggurat?

A ziggurat is a type of ancient Mesopotamian temple tower characterized by a stepped pyramid shape. It could be labeled simply as "Ziggurat" or more specifically, if known, by its location or historical context such as "Sumerian Ziggurat of Ur."


Who excavated the ziggurat at UR and when?

The ziggurat at Ur was excavated by Sir Leonard Woolley in the 1920s. Woolley's excavation revealed the remains of the ancient Sumerian city of Ur, including the ziggurat dedicated to the moon god Nanna.


Is the Sumerian Ziggurat still standing today?

No, most Sumerian ziggurats have not survived to modern times. The passage of thousands of years, natural disasters, and human activities have led to the deterioration and destruction of these ancient structures. However, some ziggurats have been partially reconstructed or preserved for archaeological or historical purposes.


In the Sumerian civilization the purpose of a ziggurat was to?

Ziggurats in the Sumerian civilization served as religious temples where priests would conduct rituals and ceremonies to honor the gods. They were seen as a bridge between the heavens and the earth, connecting humans with the divine realm. The ziggurats were also believed to be the dwelling places of the gods themselves.