Thanks to climate change, the Middle East is getting hotter faster than any other part of the world. This means the region’s pyramids, castles, churches and other heritage sites are more at risk than any others.
Source: Middle East’s ancient monuments are the most endangered on Earth
First-person: There is growing evidence the Iraqi government is serious about rebuilding this ancient wonder of the world.
Source: Is Babylon once again rising from the ashes?
On a mild winter weekend, the sun pours down on the yellow archways of the reconstructed palace of King Nebuchadnezzar II at the site of the ancient city of Babylon.
Source: ‘It Was Like Magic’: Iraqis Visit Babylon And Other Heritage Sites For 1st Time
The ancient city of Babylon, home of the city’s famous Hanging Gardens, one of the world’s seven Ancient Wonders, has received even more attention as of late. The ruins of the site, which date back to over 2,600 years ago, were registered on the UNESCO World Heritage list in July 2019, and have become a regular pilgrimage for students and other visitors keen on exploring the ancient site and push the limits of what is considered by some to be forbidden territory.
Source: Past meets present amidst the Ruins of Babylon – KAWA
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