Jemdet Nasr, Archaeological site in Iraq
Jemdet Nasr is known for its distinctive reddish pottery.
The Jemdet Nasr period, dated to approximately 3100–2900 BCE, was named after the site.
This site played a role in the early development of writing systems.
Jemdet Nasr lies in the Babylon Governorate, not far from Baghdad.
It is recognized as a type site for its era, crucial for understanding Mesopotamian chronology.
Location: Babylon Governorate
Height: 2.9 m
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