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Choghazanbil
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Copyright: seyed saeed shariat (saeed)
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| Genre: Places |
| Medium: Color |
| Date Taken: 2006-03-27 |
| Categories: Architecture |
| Exposure: f/2.8, 1/5 seconds |
| Photo Version: Original Version |
| Date Submitted: 2007-07-17 10:13 |
| Viewed: 3358 |
| Points: 8 |
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| [Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note |
Chogha Zanbil is a major monument of the Elamite civilization, which was constructed in the city of Dur Untash . It is located near Susa , the ancient capital of Elam , and was registered on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1978.
Built about 1250 BCE under the direction of the Elamite ruler Untash-Gal during the Middle Elamite period (c.1500–1000 BCE), the complex was dedicated to Inshushinak (Insusinak), the bull-god of Susa . The square base of the ziggurat, 344 feet (105 meters) on each side, was built principally of brick and cement. It now stands 80 feet (24 meters) high, less than half its estimated original height.
The kings palaces and tombs are located between the first and the second fence. The water is located between the first and the second fence. The water of the refinery is provided from Karkheh river. The major temple is located in the center of third fence. The cuneiform bricks are seen on the walls of temple. Choghazanbil was destroyed in 640 BC.
Ruins of Elamite city, dates back to 13th century BC, have been found near the ziggurat. The city was destroyed by order of Ashur Banipal. |
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| Chagha zanbil | hashim |
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Hello Seyed,
Welcome to TE! I like the night view of this monument. The warm color stands out nicely against the night sky. Good note, too.
- Atousa
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Salam,
Its a magnificent shot and place ,with good colours and framing.
Thanks for the note and welcome to TE.
Regards,
Atousa
Wow! This almost looks like it was taken on an alien planet. Beautiful shot!
A very fascinating view from this magnificent temple. This is the best one in TE.
TFS
Akbar.
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Hi refigh,
Amazing shot of this Zigurat and good note.
rgrds
Hamid