In the throne room of the North Palace of King Ashurbanipal, located in the ancient city of Nineveh, the archaeologists uncovered large sections of a monumental relief. The relief shows the ...

Mesopotamian warfare was waged between rival city-states such as Ur, Lagash and Umma during earlier periods, and later ...

King Ashurbanipal was the last great ruler of the Assyrian Empire, but there’s much we don’t know about him. He’s remembered as both a ruthless conqueror and literary patron and seems to ...

From tail-wagging agents of battle to divine deities, ancient Mesopotamia’s civilisations saw dogs as more than just pets.

A stunning 12-ton relief depicting Assyrian deities has been uncovered beneath the ancient palace of King Ashurbanipal.

In the throne room of the North Palace of King Ashurbanipal, located in the ancient city of Nineveh, the archaeologists uncovered large sections of a monumental relief. The relief shows the ...

Stunning 12-Ton Assyrian Relief Unearthed in Iraq Reveals Legendary King Alongside the Gods The king was flanked by gods and mythical guardians.

King Ashurbanipal, one of the most prominent Assyrian kings, showcased his prowess through lion hunt reliefs, portraying himself as victorious over the king of beasts. These carvings not only ...