Once the world’s largest and most important settlement, the Assyrian city of Nineveh is being newly discovered. This film tells a dramatic, engaging, and inspiring story of archaeology, history, and the human spirit, set against the backdrop of a nation rebuilding after war.
Why did this great city disappear ? And could it also be the site of the last lost wonder of the ancient world, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon ? The film features emotional and inspiring human stories, and showcases remarkable archaeological breakthroughs and innovative forensics to reveal how newly-won insights are helping Iraqis reclaim their history.
Lost World of the Hanging Gardens uncovers the most complete picture we have ever had of ancient Nineveh – the capital of one of the greatest civilisations, and the world’s first genuine superpower, the Assyrians.
