Tell Ishchali

Tell Ishchali, located in Diyala Province, Iraq, is an archaeological site of great historical significance. Likely ancient Nerebtum or Kiti, it was part of the city-state of Eshnunna. The site was occupied during the Early and Middle Bronze Ages, specifically during the Isin-Larsa and Old Babylonian periods, with surface finds suggesting even earlier Akkadian occupation. Notably, Tell Ishchali features a large temple dedicated to Inanna-Kititum, indicating the site's importance as a religious center. The temple's structure provides valuable insights into ancient religious practices. Excavations have uncovered numerous cuneiform tablets, including administrative records and a fragment of the Epic of Gilgamesh, highlighting the site's cultural and historical significance in Mesopotamian history.