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This principle applies universally: it's not the raw materials but human resourcefulness that creates prosperity. The city’s impressive walls, elaborate canals, and flourishing markets stand as testaments to the power of innovation, planning, and industriousness.
Babylon’s Engineering Marvels and Cultural Prowess
Babylon’s feats of engineering are some of the earliest known achievements in human history. The city was encased within massive walls—some estimated to reach 160 feet in height and stretching 9 to 11 miles—crafted with baked bricks and designed for defense and grandeur.