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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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Ur was a significant Sumerian city-state in ancient Mesopotamia, located in present-day southern Iraq. Established around 3800 BCE, it was initially situated near the Persian Gulf's coastline. Known for its grandiose Ziggurat of Ur and rich Royal Tombs, Ur was a pivotal urban center during the Early Bronze Age. The city experienced various periods of prosperity and decline, notably under the rule of the First Dynasty of Ur and later during the Ur III Dynasty. Its economic importance is evidenced by the wealth found in the Royal Tombs and its role as a hub for long-distance trade. Ur's political influence fluctuated as it came under the control of different empires, including the Akkadian and Neo-Babylonian Empires, and eventually declined after the Persian conquest. The site holds immense archaeological significance, offering insights into ancient urbanization, religious practices, and socio-economic structures.
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