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West Asiatic Architecture Overview by Kacy is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document summarizes the history and influences on West Asiatic architecture, specifically in Babylonia, Assyria, and Persia. Geographically, civilization spread north from Babylon along the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers. Bricks were the main building material. The climate led to elevated structures and open plans in Persia. Astrology was important in the polytheistic religions. Society was stratified with noble and slave classes. Great public works like ziggurats and palaces employed thousands and demonst
- Author
- Kacy
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- EN