Larsa: Ancient Sumerian City-State
Larsa is known in Sumerian as UD.UNUGKI and referred to as Larancha or Laranchon by the Greek historian Berossos. This ancient Sumerian city-state is located approximately 24 kilometers southeast of...
Category: Sumerian civilization
Eannatum: King of the Ancient City of Lagash
Eannatum was a prominent Sumerian ensi (ruler or king) of Lagash, reigning around 2500–2400 BCE. He established one of the earliest recorded empires, extending his influence across Sumer, Akkad, and...
Ninhursag: The ancient Sumerian mother goddess of the mountains
Ninhursag was a prominent deity in Sumerian mythology. Also known as Ninmah, Damgalnuna, and several other names, Ninhursag was revered as one of the seven great deities of Sumer. She...
Mesopotamian City-State of Ur: History and Major Facts
Ur, one of ancient Mesopotamia’s most renowned city-states, played a pivotal role in the development of early urban civilization. Situated on the fertile plains between the Euphrates and Tigris rivers,...
Sumerian Language: History, Influence, and Major Facts
The Sumerian language stands as a monumental cornerstone in the study of ancient civilizations, being one of the earliest known written languages. It was spoken in ancient Sumer, located in...
Sumerian Pantheon: Most Famous Gods and Goddesses
The general view among historians and archeologists is that the Sumerian pantheon is one of the oldest recorded pantheons in human history, and it offers a fascinating glimpse into the...
Rise and Fall of Sumer, the first-known empire in world history
Located in the fertile crescent between the Euphrates and Tigris Rivers of Lower Mesopotamia, Sumer is regarded as the “Cradle of Civilization.” Its people, the Sumerians, were known for their...
