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Ziggurat
Solution
Ziggurat— Ziggurats were temple-tower, found in the sacred area of the city of Ur. They were monumental structures made from sun-baked bricks. They were dedicated to the patron god of the city. They were many stories high and decorated with tiles, precious stones, and marble. Ziggurats were also used as schools, granaries, and trade centers.
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