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Ishtar Gate of Babylon: New findings challenge original purpose and timeline
suggesting that the Ishtar Gate's style remained consistent throughout its construction. The scientists believe "the second ...
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Kissing in Babylon: The ancient site giving young Iraqis their freedom
The original Ishtar Gate, built around 2,500 years ago, led to the inner city of Babylon; the on-site reconstruction is smaller (AFP) The heavily graffitied walls of Saddam Hussein’s summer ...