Babylon, capital city of Babylonia and an archaeological site in modern-day Iraq
Babylon is an ancient city near Hillah in Iraq that served as the capital of one of the world's earliest civilizations. The site spreads across a large area with exposed foundations, brick structures, and layered remains from different periods of occupation.
Babylon was founded in the third millennium before Christ and reached its height under King Hammurabi and later under Nebuchadnezzar. The city remained an important center of power and learning for centuries before gradually declining.
The site is challenging to visit on hot days and requires plenty of water and sun protection. It is best to go early in the morning and wear comfortable shoes since you will be walking over uneven ground with scattered remains.
The location was destroyed and rebuilt multiple times, which makes its layers visible like the pages of a book. Archaeologists can observe here how different civilizations built on top of one another.
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