Time Periods
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
Location
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Me-Turan, an archaeological site located in Diyala Governorate, Iraq, encompasses the ancient city around Tell Haddad and Tell al-Sib mounds. The site reveals a rich historical timeline, being occupied during the Isin-Larsa, Old Babylonian, Kassite, and Neo-Assyrian periods. Excavations uncovered substantial finds, including around 1000 cuneiform tablets, showcasing economic, mathematical, medical, and incantation texts. A notable Neo-Assyrian temple, E-šahulla dedicated to Nergal, was found, illustrating the site's religious importance. The presence of Old Babylonian defensive walls and Parthian kilns highlights the city's architectural and industrial aspects. Me-Turan's occupation history and diverse archaeological remains underscore its significance in understanding ancient Mesopotamian urban and cultural development.
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