Which neighboring civilization most strongly influenced Nubian art and architecture?
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Correct answer: Ancient Egypt
Egyptian influence is the most evident in Nubian art and architecture — seen in shared pyramid forms, temple layouts, hieroglyphic inscriptions, and artistic conventions. Centuries of trade, conquest, and cultural exchange created a deep and lasting Egyptian imprint on Nubian civilization.
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