Statements (53)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
temple
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| gptkbp:archaeologicalFindings |
ritual objects
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| gptkbp:architecturalStyle |
Sumerian
|
| gptkbp:artifacts |
cuneiform tablets
|
| gptkbp:artwork |
reliefs and sculptures
|
| gptkbp:associatedWith |
moon god
agricultural fertility rituals Nanna's_festivals |
| gptkbp:constructedIn |
circa 2100 BC
|
| gptkbp:constructionMaterial |
mudbrick
|
| gptkbp:cultural_heritage |
UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site
|
| gptkbp:culturalHeritage |
with neighboring civilizations
influenced modern understanding of ancient religions part_of_Mesopotamian_heritage |
| gptkbp:culturalInfluence |
Sumerian culture
|
| gptkbp:culturalSignificance |
divination
symbol_of_Sumerian_civilization |
| gptkbp:dedicatedTo |
Nanna
|
| gptkbp:dimensions |
approximately 60 meters high
|
| gptkbp:features |
gptkb:ziggurat
|
| gptkbp:function |
religious worship
|
| gptkbp:geographicalFeature |
31.3° N, 45.4° E
|
| gptkbp:hasArtStyle |
performed by priests
represents divine connection characterized by tiered levels includes other smaller temples inspired later religious structures in the region ongoing archaeological efforts |
| gptkbp:hasEconomy |
supported local economy
|
| gptkbp:historicalEvent |
found in surrounding areas
|
| gptkbp:historicalImpact |
influenced later religious architecture
|
| gptkbp:historicalPeriod |
Early Bronze Age
dates back to the 3rd millennium BC |
| gptkbp:historicalRecords |
ancient texts
kept detailed records of offerings |
| gptkbp:historicalResearch |
extensively studied by archaeologists
|
| gptkbp:historicalSignificance |
one of the oldest temples in the world
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
temple of Nanna
|
| gptkbp:influenceOn |
later_Mesopotamian_temples
|
| gptkbp:is_essential_for |
religious and political center
|
| gptkbp:locatedIn |
Ur
|
| gptkbp:nearestCity |
Ur
|
| gptkbp:patronage |
gptkb:Nanna/Sin
|
| gptkbp:releaseYear |
excavated in the 1920s
|
| gptkbp:religion |
mentioned in various ancient texts
led by high priests |
| gptkbp:renovated |
multiple over centuries
|
| gptkbp:significance |
major_center_of_worship_in_ancient_Mesopotamia
|
| gptkbp:surroundings |
courtyard
|
| gptkbp:traditions |
offerings and sacrifices
|
| gptkbp:UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site |
ram
considered a holy site |
| gptkbp:visitors |
pilgrims
|