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features of Mesopotamia - Coggle Diagram
features of Mesopotamia
Location
Mesopotamia was located in the eastern part of the Fertile Crescent, between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. This region is now part of modern-day Iraq, southeastern Turkey, and parts of Iran and Syria.
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Cradle of Civilization
Mesopotamia is often referred to as the "Cradle of Civilization" because it is one of the earliest known centers of human civilization. The Sumerians, who lived in southern Mesopotamia, developed one of the world's first writing systems, known as cuneiform.
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Religion and Mythology
Mesopotamian religion was polytheistic, with a pantheon of gods and goddesses. Some well-known deities include Anu, Enlil, and Ishtar. Temples called ziggurats were built to honor these gods.
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Writing and Literature
Mesopotamia is known for the invention of cuneiform writing. This writing system was used for various purposes, including keeping records, writing laws, and creating literature. The Epic of Gilgamesh, one of the earliest known pieces of literature, comes from Mesopotamia.
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Conquests and Empires
Over time, various empires rose and fell in Mesopotamia, including the Akkadian Empire, Babylonian Empire, Assyrian Empire, and Persian Empire. Each left its mark on the region's history.
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innovationsal
Mesopotamia contributed to various technological innovations, including the wheel, the plow, and the development of the sexagesimal system for measuring time and angles.
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Legal Code
The Code of Hammurabi, one of the earliest known legal codes, was established by King Hammurabi of Babylon in the 18th century BCE. It consisted of a set of laws and punishments and was inscribed on a stele.
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