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Researchers uncover massive palace in ancient Assyrian capital Dur-Sharrukin
A research team announced the results of their study at the archaeological site of Dur-Sharrukin, revealing evidence of previously unknown mega-buildings and infrastructure within the square city ...
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The Tombs of the Assyrian Queens Yaba, Banitu, and Atalia
The Tomb was located in the North-West Palace of the Ancient city of Kalkhu (modern city of Nimrud). The city of Kalkhu was a capital of the Assyrian Empire for over 150 years until King Sargon moved ...
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Hidden metropolis unearthed: Massive ancient city found in Iraq
After Sargon II died in 705 BC ... French and American archaeological missions uncovered areas of Assyria and the palace in Khorsabad, including the iconic "Lamassu" statues with human heads ...