Royal Assyrian Library

The Royal Assyrian Library, established around 650 BCE in the ancient city of Nineveh, was a vast collection of clay tablets containing texts on history, religion, literature, and science. It was created by King Ashurbanipal to preserve knowledge and promote cultural achievement. These tablets provide valuable insights into Assyrian civilization and were among the earliest examples of organized library collections. The library’s discovery in the 19th century significantly advanced understanding of Mesopotamian history and laid the groundwork for modern archaeology and cuneiform studies.