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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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Hatra was a significant fortified city in Upper Mesopotamia, located in present-day Iraq, known for its rich architectural and cultural heritage from the Parthian Empire. Flourishing in the 2nd century CE, it served as a key religious and trading hub, strategically positioned between the Roman and Parthian/Sasanian empires. The city is notable for its circular plan fortified by defensive walls and towers, and its remarkable fusion of architectural styles and religious traditions, incorporating elements from Greek, Mesopotamian, and Arabian cultures. Hatra's temples, particularly the impressive Great Temple, housed deities from various pantheons. Despite its resilience against Roman sieges, Hatra fell to the Sassanid Empire in the 3rd century CE, marking the end of its prominence.
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