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Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
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Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
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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The Sorkh Deh chamber tomb is an ancient burial structure located in Kermanshah Province, Iran. This shaft and chamber tomb is believed to date back approximately 2500 years, placing it in the Middle Iron Age. Situated 19 kilometers from the historically significant Es-hagh Vand chamber tombs, the Sorkh Deh site provides insights into the funerary practices of ancient Iranian cultures. The tomb's proximity to other key archaeological sites along the Gamasiab river highlights the region's importance as a cultural and historical nexus during this period. As a representative of the shaft and chamber tomb typology, the site underscores the architectural and ritualistic advancements of the era, offering valuable data for understanding the burial customs and societal structures of early Iranian civilizations.
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