Shuruppak

The excavated site spans 120 hectares with two main mounds divided by an ancient canal bed, rising 9 meters above the surrounding plain.

Archaeological findings from Early Dynastic II period indicate that Shuruppak experienced substantial growth under the reign of King Ubara-Tutu around 2900 BC.

The city held religious importance as a center dedicated to Ninlil, the Mesopotamian goddess of grain and air, influencing agricultural practices.

Research teams continue excavations at the site, revealing administrative records, clay sealings, and pottery that document daily life in ancient Sumer.

The site contains three distinct habitation levels, extending from late prehistoric times through the third dynasty of Ur, spanning approximately 2112-2004 BC.

Location: Al-Qādisiyyah Governorate

Height: 9 m

GPS coordinates: 31.77785,45.50974

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:56