Do you travel? Discover places from 110+ countries, create a map from past and future travels, and inspire others with your videos, for free!
Do you travel? Discover places from 110+ countries and inspire others with your videos!
Do you work in tourism? Do you manage a hotel or tourist attraction? Or do you promote a city? Showcase it to visitors from 185+ countries!
You work in tourism? Showcase your hotel or attraction to visitors from 185+ countries!
Bābil
Do you have a photo of this place? Send it to [email protected]. You will be highlighted on this page when your photo is added to the portal!
Do you represent the place? Create a free account to manage this profile and publish official videos, free of charge!
Description
Bābil, also known as Babylon, is an ancient city located in present-day Iraq. It was one of the most important cities of ancient Mesopotamia and is famous for its historical significance and cultural heritage. Founded over 4,000 years ago, it became the capital of the Babylonian Empire and is best known for its impressive architecture, including the Hanging Gardens, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
The city was a center for trade, science, and culture, attracting scholars, traders, and pilgrims from various regions. The Code of Hammurabi, one of the earliest written legal codes, originated from Babylon around 1754 BC, reflecting the city's advanced legal and administrative systems. Throughout its history, Babylon experienced significant periods of prosperity and decline, influenced by various conquerors, including the Assyrians, Persians, and later the Greeks.
Today, the ruins of Babylon are a UNESCO World Heritage site, drawing visitors from around the globe. Archaeological excavations have uncovered many artifacts and structures that provide insights into the lives of its ancient inhabitants. Despite the challenges faced due to conflicts and environmental conditions, efforts continue to preserve and study this significant cultural landmark.
The text may have been translated automatically and may contain errors.
The text was generated by artificial intelligence and may contain errors.
Found an error? Please let us know at [email protected].
Travelers' entries
Do you know more about this place? Do you know its interesting history or some interesting facts, or maybe something in particular caught your attention? Become our expert and share information with visitors from different parts of the world!
Log in to add an entry. Create a free account now!.
Hint: To enlarge the map, double-click on it. You can also use the +/- buttons in the upper left corner of the map.
Together, let's create a great collection of videos showing unusual attractions from the following places as well:
Watch again.
