Sumerian Ziggurats

Sumerian ziggurats were massive, pyramid-like structures built in ancient Mesopotamia, specifically by the Sumerians around 3000 BCE. They served as temples to the gods and were centers of worship and administration. Each ziggurat had a solid base and stepped levels, often topped with a shrine. Constructed from mud bricks, they symbolized a connection between the earth and the heavens. Ziggurats not only reflected the religious beliefs of Sumerians but also demonstrated their architectural skills and social organization, playing a critical role in the culture and city life of ancient Mesopotamia.