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Photos: The Lions of Babylon and the Ishtar Gate
One of Iraq’s most prominent monuments, the Ishtar Gate in Babylon displays the strength of ancient Iraqi empires. With its…
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Babylon’s Ishtar Gate
Babylon was once believed to have been founded by the ancient Mesopotamian god, Marduk, and home to the Hanging Gardens…
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Heritage
The Lions of Babylon
The Lion of Babylon stands in the ancient city of Babylon (modern-day Hillah, Iraq), as a true testament to the…
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Heritage
The Minarets of Baghdad
Across Iraq, minarets have long been a powerful symbol, signifying culture, religion and history. Baghdad alone is home to over…
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