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Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
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Cirta, now known as Constantine in Algeria, was a significant ancient city with a rich history of Berber, Punic, and Roman influences. As the capital of the Berber kingdom of Numidia, it played a crucial role in the region's political and military affairs. The city experienced various phases of occupation and prominence, being a pivotal site during the Punic Wars and later falling under Roman control in 46 BCE. Rebuilt by Constantine the Great in 312 CE, Cirta became an essential center for Roman administration in Africa. The archaeological remains include Punic inscriptions known as the Cirta steles, along with structures like defensive walls, churches, and administrative buildings, reflecting its historical significance and complex cultural layers.
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