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1. In which country was a 2,700-year-old Etruscan cult temple discovered at the Sasso Pinzuto necropolis?
The 2,700-year-old Etruscan cult temple, or Oikos, was discovered at the Sasso Pinzuto necropolis in Tuscany, Italy. This archaeological find is significant because it provides insights into the ancient Etruscan civilization, which flourished in central Italy between the Tiber and Arno rivers. The Etruscan civilization had a profound influence on Roman culture and society. The discovered temple, part of a larger necropolis with over 120 chamber tombs, offers valuable information about Etruscan religious practices and architectural styles, highlighting their connection to funerary rites and symbolic elevations.