The Babylonian Empire is known for its remarkable architecture and the legal code established by Hammurabi. Flourishing around 1894 to 539 BCE in ancient Mesopotamia, Babylon was renowned for its impressive city structures, including the iconic ziggurat and reputed Hanging Gardens, considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Hammurabi's Code, inscribed on a stone stele, is one of the earliest written legal codes, detailing laws and corresponding punishments. This codification established principles of justice and the notion of rule of law, influencing legal systems throughout history. The empire's advancements in law and architecture have left a lasting legacy on human civilization.