Which ancient civilization pioneered the first known form of 'shopping mall' with standardized store dimensions and a covered shopping area designed to enhance the customer experience?

The ancient world was home to sophisticated retail networks and marketplace designs that would influence commerce for millennia. From the bustling agoras of Greece to the complex trade routes of Mesopotamia, ancient civilizations developed retail strategies that reflected their cultural values and technological capabilities. Test your knowledge about how our ancestors approached commerce, store layouts, and customer experiences in this journey through the retail practices of antiquity.

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Roman Empire (Trajan's Market in Rome, circa 100 CE)
Ancient Egypt (The Bazaars of Thebes, circa 1400 BCE)
Indus Valley Civilization (Great Bath Marketplace of Mohenjo-daro, circa 2500 BCE)
Ancient Greece (The Stoa of Attalos in Athens, circa 150 BCE)