Babylon was an ancient city in Mesopotamia, whose ruins lie in present‑day Iraq, about 85 km (around 55 miles) south of Baghdad, near the modern city of Hillah.

Where Babylon Is Today

  • The ruins of Babylon are on the banks of the Euphrates River in central Iraq.
  • The nearest modern urban center is Hillah, and the archaeological zone is a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its historical importance.

Quick historical context

  • Babylon was once the capital of southern Mesopotamia (Babylonia) and later of the Neo‑Babylonian Empire, reaching its peak in the 7th–6th centuries BCE.
  • It is famous in history and legend for its massive walls, palaces, temples, and monuments such as the Ishtar Gate and for its role in Mesopotamian culture and politics.

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