What the Seven Ancient Wonders would look like now

The ancient Greeks and Romans built astonishing monuments like the Lighthouse of Alexandria and the Hanging Gardens of ...
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Babylon was once an ancient wonder. Today it’s a very different story

Hillah, Iraq (CNN) — 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 ...
Reuters

Ancient Iraqi city of Babylon designated UNESCO World Heritage Site

RUINS OF BABYLON, Iraq (Reuters) - The ancient city of Babylon, first referenced in a clay tablet from the 23rd century B.C., was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site on Friday, after a vote that ...
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Babylon, world wonder and jewel of Iraq's national narrative

Babylon was once hanging gardens and opulent temples before parts were excavated and smuggled to Europe. A bastion for Saddam Hussein, then the forces overthrowing him. A centre of enlightenment, ...
Vail Daily

U.S. ambassador to Iraq inaugurates reconstruction team in ancient Babylon

BABYLON, Iraq – Standing next to the ruins of the ancient city of Babylon, the U.S. ambassador inaugurated a provincial reconstruction team in central Iraq on Monday – launching a civilian-led ...