King Nebuchadnezzar II

King Nebuchadnezzar II was a powerful ruler of the Neo-Babylonian Empire (605–562 BCE), known for expanding his empire through military conquests. He built impressive structures in his capital, Babylon, including the famed Hanging Gardens—one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Nebuchadnezzar is also significant in biblical accounts, where he is depicted as a proud but ultimately humbled king. His reign marked a period of economic prosperity, cultural achievement, and architectural innovation, solidifying Babylon's prominence in the ancient Near East.