Babylon: Ancient Marvel of Mesopotamia

<p>Babylon, an ancient metropolis that thrived in Mesopotamia on the banks of the Euphrates River, is a symbol of the height of human civilization. Babylon&rsquo;s magnificent architecture, rich cultural legacy, and long history have made a lasting impression on history.</p> <p><strong>Historical Context</strong></p> <p><img alt="" src="https://miro.medium.com/v2/resize:fit:576/1*eitbCW3PxnL72Zw_fpdfbQ.jpeg" style="height:360px; width:640px" /></p> <p>The origin of Babylon dates to the 18th century BCE, when it was a tiny Akkadian town called Bab-ilim, which translates to &ldquo;Gate of God.&rdquo; However, Babylon became well-known as a significant Mesopotamian force during the reign of Hammurabi, the sixth monarch of the First Babylonian Dynasty, which began in the 18th century BCE.</p> <p><a href="https://medium.com/@ppuk062018/babylon-ancient-marvel-of-mesopotamia-e4af4f5187d4"><strong>Learn More</strong></a></p>
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