Ur was an ancient Sumerian city located in Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) known for its well-preserved ruins. It was one of the earliest cities in history and played an important role in Mesopotamian civilization.
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Sumerians: The Sumerians were the inhabitants of Sumer, an ancient region located in southern Mesopotamia. They developed one of the earliest known writing systems called cuneiform.
Ziggurat: A ziggurat was a massive stepped tower-like structure built by ancient Mesopotamian civilizations for religious purposes. It served as a temple dedicated to their gods.
Irrigation: Irrigation is the artificial application of water to land for agricultural purposes. Ancient civilizations like those at Ur relied on irrigation systems to support their farming activities.