Karkheh
Karkheh refers to a significant ancient Elamite city located in southwestern Iran, near the modern city of Shush. It was a major political and religious center, particularly during the Elamite period, which spanned roughly from the 3rd to the 1st millennium BCE. Archaeological evidence suggests that Karkheh was inhabited from prehistoric times and rose to prominence as a capital city for a period.
The city was situated on the Karkheh River, a vital waterway that facilitated agriculture and trade in
Among the most notable discoveries are monumental ziggurats, indicative of the city's religious significance. The Elamites