The ancient city known for its Hanging Gardens, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, was Babylon. Located in present-day Iraq, Babylon was a prominent city-state in ancient Mesopotamia. The Hanging Gardens are often attributed to Nebuchadnezzar II, who is said to have built them for his wife, Amytis, to alleviate her homesickness for the green hills of her native Media. While historians debate the actual existence of the gardens due to lack of definitive archaeological evidence, descriptions in ancient texts highlight the sophisticated engineering and horticulture of Babylon, showcasing its wealth and cultural significance during its peak.