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I Visited The Ancient Ruins Of Babylon In Iraq.
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I Visited The Ancient Ruins Of Babylon In Iraq.

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No other place in the world has a more historical sound to its name as the ancient city of Babylon in Iraq.

After years of colonial looting coupled with the crazy dreams of Saddam Hussein, along with massive American destruction during the Iraq 2003 invasion, the legendary city of Babylon has almost vanished.

There´s not much left these days, but old relics are laying all over the area, unprotected.

Of all the world’s ancient cities, none can compete with the legendary ancient city of Babylon. This site is where one of the seven original seven wonders of the ancient world once is believed stood. It was known as “the hanging gardens of Babylon” and home to the Tower of Babel.

Today about nothing remains.

More info: unusualtraveler.com

The replica of the famous Ishtar gate at the entrance to Babylon, the original is located in Berlin.

Lion of Babylon statue

Lion of Babylon statue

Rebuilt part of Babylon seen from Saddam Husseins old palace

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Saddam Husseins old palace in Babylon

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Vėjūnė is a community manager who helps artists all over the world introduce their artwork to Bored Panda readers and in that way, become more popular. Since she was always fascinated by the art world, she studied Culture Management and Cultural Policy at Vilnius Academy of Arts where she expanded her knowledge about it. Now she's using all this knowledge to showcase its beauty and help others dive into the fascinating world of art.

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