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Babylon Governorate, located in central Iraq, is historically significant as the seat of the ancient Babylonian Empire. Once home to.Read More
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Experience the best of Iraq on this Iraq expedition, uncovering the cultural and natural wonders of Federal Iraq, also including a Kurdistan Region tour. Discover...
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This Iraq UNESCO tour takes you to the country's cultural treasures, from the ancient ruins of Babylon to the Marshes and Erbil to Hatra ancient...
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Explore the Iraq Archaeological Tour on this 10-day trip from Baghdad crossing from north to south, visiting key historical sites like Babylon, Hatra, and Borsippa....
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Join this thrilling Mesopotamian adventure tour, traveling from Baghdad to the Iraq Marshes over 6 days and exploring Ur and Nasiriyah. Delve into Iraq’s ancient...
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Experience the spiritual essence of Iraq on this 5-day Iraq religious tour, journeying from Baghdad to Karbala sacred sites. Visit Iraq exploring its most cherished...

Tourism in Babylon Governorate

Babylon Governorate, located in central Iraq, is historically significant as the seat of the ancient Babylonian Empire. Once home to the famed Hanging Gardens, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, Babylon is renowned for its contributions to early civilization, law, and architecture under rulers like Hammurabi and Nebuchadnezzar II. The Euphrates River runs through this governorate, enriching its fertile landscape.

Top 5 Places to Visit Babylon Governorate

  1. Ancient City of Babylon – UNESCO World Heritage Site with ruins of temples, gates, and the Ishtar Gate.
  2. Hilla City – Capital city near Babylon ruins with a museum dedicated to local artifacts.
  3. Borsippa Ziggurat – Sumerian temple complex with impressive stepped architecture.
  4. Al-Kifl – Religious site believed to contain the Tomb of the prophet Ezekiel.
  5. Ibn al-Haytham’s Birthplace – Commemorating the medieval polymath.

Top 5 Monuments in Babylon Governorate

  1. Ishtar Gate – Ancient entrance to Babylon with blue-glazed bricks.
  2. Lion of Babylon – Basalt statue symbolizing strength.
  3. Nebuchadnezzar’s Palace – Remnants of a palace associated with the king.
  4. Temple of Marduk – Dedicated to the patron god of Babylon.
  5. Babylonian Walls – Massive ancient defensive structures.