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In addition to Dunhuang, Aurel Stein carried out excavations in which ancient city?

  • Pompeii

  • Babylon

  • Machu Picchu

  • Loulan

Answer

Loulan, an ancient city located in the Taklamakan Desert of Xinjiang, China, was the site of significant excavations conducted by Aurel Stein, a Hungarian-British archaeologist and explorer. Stein's work in Loulan yielded numerous artifacts and provided valuable insights into the history, culture, and trade networks of the region during antiquity. The city's strategic position along the Silk Road made it a crucial hub for cultural exchange between East and West.
Unearthing History: The Extraordinary Journey of Aurel Stein

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