Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

Babylonia

Noun

/ˌbæb.ɪˈloʊ.ni.ə/

Definition

An ancient civilization located in southern Mesopotamia, known for its rich cultural and historical contributions, particularly in law, literature, and architecture.

Examples

Babylonia was renowned for the famous Hanging Gardens, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
The Code of Hammurabi, one of the earliest known sets of laws, originated in Babylonia.
Archaeologists have uncovered many artifacts that provide insight into daily life in Babylonia.

Meaning

Babylonia refers to both the geographical region and the prominent ancient kingdom that flourished in what is now Iraq, between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers.