Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
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
Location
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Isin is an archaeological site located in Al-Qādisiyyah Governorate, Iraq, known for its long history of occupation from the late 4th millennium BCE until at least the late 1st millennium BCE. The site spans an area of approximately 150 hectares and includes significant features such as defensive walls, temples dedicated to the goddess Gula, and various artifacts like cuneiform tablets and inscribed bricks. Isin played a critical role during various periods, including the Early Dynastic, Akkadian Empire, and the Ur III empire. The site witnessed significant cultural and political changes, notably during the First Dynasty of Isin and under Kassite and Neo-Babylonian influences. It offers valuable insights into the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia, their religious practices, and political dynamics.
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