WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

HISTORY OF THE MIDDLE EAST

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
One of things that made Babylon beautiful was ____
A
the coins that people used
B
the great library
C
the Hanging Gardens
D
the horses that people rode
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Hanging Gardens of Babylon were supposed to have been built by King Nebuchadnezzar II, who ruled from 605 to 562 BCE. Legend says that this powerful ruler decided to build the Gardens as a beautiful gift for his queen, Amytis. She was from a mountainous region so the tiers of the Gardens reminded her of home.

Detailed explanation-2: -Like the Tower of Babel, much of what the world knows about the Hanging Gardens of Babylon is from writings, and the actual location of its construction is still somewhat of a debate. Built by Nebuchadnezzar II, these gardens are believed to be of remarkable beauty and exceptional engineering.

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