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In History / High School | 2014-10-27

According to legend, why did Nebuchadnezzar build the Hanging Gardens of Babylon?

A. To serve as a monument to the goddess Ishtar.
B. To please his homesick wife.
C. To provide protection from invaders.
D. To show the entire ancient world that he had restored Babylon to glory.

Asked by ChetPacific

Answer (3)

According to legend, Nebuchadnezzar built the Hanging Gardens of Babylon to please his homesick wife (B) who missed the hills and valleys of her homeland.

Answered by Gibbs | 2024-06-10

B. to please his homesick wife ;

Answered by AntonioRamon | 2024-06-12

Nebuchadnezzar II allegedly built the Hanging Gardens of Babylon to please his homesick wife, Amytis, from Media. The gardens were a feat of engineering that aimed to replicate the lush landscapes of her homeland. Although no definitive evidence of their existence has been found, the legend remains a significant part of Babylon's historical narrative.
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Answered by AntonioRamon | 2024-10-01

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