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Which lost city is known as the 'Atlantis of the Sands'?

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The ancient Sumerians are credited with inventing which writing system?

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Which ancient city was a center of the Mayan civilization?

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The Mycenaean civilization is linked to which famous ancient war?

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What civilization left behind the mysterious moai statues on Easter Island?

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The Olmecs are often referred to as the 'Mother Civilization' of which region?

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Which lost civilization is associated with the ruins of Angkor Wat?

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Which ancient civilization built the pyramids in Egypt?

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The Indus Valley Civilization was located in which modern-day countries?

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Which civilization created the Nazca Lines in Peru?

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What ancient city was rediscovered beneath volcanic ash in Italy?

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Which civilization built the ancient city of Petra?

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What civilization is known for its large stone heads carved from basalt?

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The Minoan civilization thrived on which Mediterranean island?

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Which lost civilization built the famous city of Machu Picchu?

Did you know that the ancient city of Cahokia, located near present-day St. Louis, was once the largest city in North America?

At its peak around 1100 AD, this sprawling metropolis was home to as many as 20,000 people, making it larger than contemporary London.

Cahokia was the center of the Mississippian culture, known for their impressive earthen mounds—some of which reached heights of up to 100 feet.

These mounds served as platforms for temples, residences for leaders, and burial sites, reflecting the city’s sophisticated social and religious life.

Despite its significance, Cahokia was abandoned by the 14th century, likely due to a combination of environmental changes, social tensions, and resource depletion.

Today, the Cahokia Mounds are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering a fascinating glimpse into a vibrant, yet often overlooked, chapter of pre-Columbian history in North America.

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