Acropolis

Afghanistan / Tahar / Hwajeh Gar /
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An acropolis (Greek: Ακρόπολις; akros, akron, edge, extremity + polis, city; plural: acropoleis or acropolises) is a settlement, especially a citadel, built upon an area of elevated ground—frequently a hill with precipitous sides, chosen for purposes of defense.
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Coordinates:   37°9'46"N   69°24'47"E
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