king of Assyria 721-705 Outline showing the location Citadel with respect to the city of Nimrud. The western corner of the city with the new path of the Tigris river. The plan of the citadel. (View of ...

Among the most significant features of the archaeological site is the Ninurta Temple—with its ziggurat (stepped tower)—dedicated to the eponymous Assyrian god of war and agriculture.