The city of Babylon in modern-day Iraq. It is the capital of a vast empire and described by ancient writers as the home of many architectural wonders: The Tower of Babel, the Hanging Gardens, and the Ishtar Gate. But what is the reality behind the many legends? Can the ancient Babylonians really build such huge structures? How does this city become so rich and powerful? And why does the Bible describe it as a place of depravity and sin? With rare access to this war-torn site, investigators are finally uncovering the secrets of this mighty kingdom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices