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Photos: Iraq Archaeological Sites
August 22, 2008 | National Geographic News

A few of Iraq’s ancient structures, some of which are threatened by erosion and/or political activities, are displayed in this picture slideshow. Included are a ziggurat of Ur, mudbrick homes from 2,000 B.C., and ancient building and temple foundations in Uruk.


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