JOURNAL ARTICLE

THE HANGING GARDENS OF BABYLON.

  • Published In: All About History, 2025, n. 153. P. 14 1 of 3

  • Database: History Reference Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Staniforth, Emily; McKelvie, Callum 3 of 3

Abstract

The Hanging Gardens of Babylon, a renowned wonder of the ancient world, are shrouded in mystery and debate. Believed to have been built by King Nebuchadnezzar II for his wife, Queen Amytis, the gardens were described as lush and grand, resembling a mountain with tiered terraces. However, the lack of physical evidence in Babylon has led some experts to suggest that the gardens may have actually been located in Nineveh, another ancient city in Mesopotamia. The true nature and existence of the Hanging Gardens remain a subject of speculation and intrigue among historians and archaeologists. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:All About History. 2025/03, Issue 153, p14
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2052-5877
  • Accession Number:183011446
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