The ancient city of Nippur, home of the temple of Enil, now surrounded by sand, once lay on the banks of the Euphrates.
Explains t how cuneiform was written, including the materials used, as well as how this early form of writing was used within ancient Mesopotamian society. Recommended for getting a quick understanding of ancient writing.
Teacher’s Guide to Teaching About Mesopotamia
A guidebook designed to visit the Mesopotamian section of the British Museum, but with many useful exercises that can be done using online images from the museum.
Overview of the ancient City of Nippur including its origin, importance, and a history of its excavation. The site includes a number of photographs and maps in the “figure” links.
3D Reconstruction of Nippur (video)
View Nippur in a larger map