The sun hangs heavy over central Iraq in late afternoon, painting the ruins of Babylon in heat and light. Dust rises from the ground in soft clouds, carrying a faint scent that seems older than time ...

Last week, a group of concerned archaeologists, mapping out the extent of the damage wrought by ISIS when it occupied the Iraqi city of Mosul, announced a shocking discovery. In 2014, the terrorist ...

Babylon is known for Hammurabi's laws and its hanging gardens. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Ancient Babylon was an influential ...

Aside from a few ancient texts, there’s no conclusive proof the Hanging Gardens of Babylon (one of the seven wonders of the ancient world), actually existed. Still, Emaar Properties is building on ...