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0102 Inside the Iraq scheme and Girsu project

The British Museum Membercast

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Unveiling the Sacred: The Girsu Excavations and Language of the Ancients

This chapter explores the archaeological significance of Girsu, an ancient Mesopotamian pilgrimage site dedicated to Nin Girsu. It highlights the discovery of a temple threshold, the importance of ceremonial practices, and the complexities of translating Sumerian cuneiform tablets.

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