How ecological forces shaped the legendary city of Uruk
Explore recent archaeological findings from southern Iraq. In this lecture, Margarete van Ess examines the monumental architecture and urban development of Uruk, the ancient setting of the Epic of Gilgamesh.
In this presentation, Margarete van Ess of the German Archaeological Institute details recent fieldwork conducted at the site of Uruk. The lecture investigates the massive construction projects that defined this ancient center of urbanization, specifically focusing on the city's canals and walls.
Beyond mere architecture, Van Ess explores the relationship between environmental factors and urban growth. She theorizes how ecological elements may have influenced the development and large-scale engineering projects of this legendary Mesopotamian city.
Source: Margarete van Ess | News from Old Uruk
