Ancient BabylonIntroductionAncient Babylon was a magnificent place to stay. There was amazing architecture, such as the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, that Nebuchadnezzar built for his wife, but scholars say it was never built (C). There were inventions that we still use today such as the Wheel(C). Important qualities of life include writing, reading, art, and classroom systems. Unfortunately the fall of civilization occurred in 539 BC (C) The beginning and locationAfter the fall of the Akkadian empire, this majestic place was formed in 5000 BC The city began its rise to power in 1792 BC when King Hammurabi ascended the throne . He was a powerful and capable leader who wanted to rule more than just the city of Babylon. Not long after becoming king, Hammurabi began conquering other city-states in the area. Within a few years, Hammurabi conquered all of Mesopotamia, including much of the Assyrian lands to the north. (A) Hammurabi also charged taxes for his structures. (C) The famous city of ancient Mesopotamia, Babylon, is located in that city. Babylon has many seas that surr...