The first king of the Babylonian Empire was Hammurabi, who reigned from approximately 1792 to 1750 BCE. He is best known for the Code of Hammurabi, one of the earliest and most complete written legal codes in history.
Hammurabi’s reign marked significant advancements in various fields, including law, architecture, and trade. He expanded the empire through military conquests and strategic alliances, turning Babylon into a prominent cultural and political center in Mesopotamia. His legacy is often associated with the idea of justice, as he sought to establish order and fairness in society through his legal reforms.
His contributions laid the foundation for future civilizations in the region and greatly influenced governance and legal systems in subsequent empires.