Archaeology & Sites

Ur

From the University of Pennsylvania Museum, a bit of information on this Mesopotamian culture, in a site put together for a new travelling exhibit. [Archaeological Sites] [Iraq]...

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University College at London

Department of Western Asiatic Archaeology, research in Bahrain, Yemen, Turkmenistan, Iran, Iraq, and Syria. [Archaeological Sites] [Iraq] [University Programs]...

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Sir Austen Henry Layard - Discoveries at Nineveh

Discoveries At Nineveh by Austen Henry Layard, Esq., D.C.L. Text source: A Popular Account of Discoveries at Nineveh. Austen Henry Layard. J. C. Derby. New York. 1854. [Archaeology]...

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Nineveh

A news brief from Archaeology Magazine describing the recent looting at this important archaeological site. [Archaeological Sites]...

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The lions that adorn the Ishtar Gate

Close up of the lions that adorn the Ishtar Gate. [BABYLONIA] [Near East] [Art] [Archaeology] [Architecture]...

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Near East Archaeology

Near East Archaeology is a specialized field of study that focuses on uncovering the mysteries of the ancient civilizations and cultures that once thrived in the region encompassing modern-day Middle East and parts of North Africa. This interdisciplinary discipline combines archaeological research, historical analysis, and cultural interpretation t...

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Institute of Archaeology at Hebrew University in Jerusalem Israel

The Institute of Archaeology at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem, Israel, stands as a premier center for archaeological research, education, and exploration in the heart of the ancient city. Renowned for its scholarly excellence and commitment to understanding the past, the Institute plays a vital role in advancing archaeological knowledge and pr...

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The Step Pyramid Complex of Djoser

University of Pennsylvania. The Step Pyramid Complex of Djoser (also spelled Zozer) was built during the Third Dynasty (ca. 2800 B.C.) in what is now Saqqara, Egypt. Djoser's Step Pyramid is generally considered the first tomb in Egypt to be built entirely of stone....

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Council for British Research in the Levant

The Council for British Research in the Levant (CBRL) is an esteemed academic organization dedicated to promoting and facilitating research in the countries of the Eastern Mediterranean region, collectively known as the Levant. Founded in 1984, CBRL serves as a vital link between British researchers, institutions, and the archaeological, historical...

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Ancient Synagogues in the Holy Land

Ancient Synagogues in the Holy Land are historical sites that offer insights into the religious, cultural, and social life of Jewish communities in the region during antiquity. Synagogues served as centers of worship, study, and communal gathering, playing a significant role in the preservation of Jewish identity and traditions. These synagogues, o...

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