• 64. Ali Kadhem Ghanem: Managing the site of Ur

  • Mar 6 2024
  • Length: 29 mins
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64. Ali Kadhem Ghanem: Managing the site of Ur

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  • The site of Ur is easily one of the most important in Iraq. In this interview, originally recorded in late 2021, we hear from the person responsible for managing that site. Ali talks about Ur's significance, and its role in local life. What are the plans for the development of this key site?

    4:18 introducing Lina
    7:02 importance of Ur
    7:34 what tourists can see
    8:39 information for visitors
    9:12 what Ur means to Iraqis
    10:15 excavations
    11:04 site conservation
    11:49 future of tourism
    12:19 cultural activities
    13:41 the Pope's visit
    16:42 future projects
    18:10 website for Ur
    19:00 how Ali became interested in archaeology
    20:14 advice for students now
    22:12 reasons for optimism
    24:24 closing thoughts

    This interview was originally recorded in September 2021, in Arabic. The interview was conducted by Lina Meerchyad and translated into English by her. The text is spoken by her and Terry Birkett.

    New website for the site of Ur

    Music by Ruba Hillawi

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