The ancient city known for its hanging gardens is Babylon. Located in present-day Iraq, the Hanging Gardens are one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, although their existence has been debated among historians. They are said to have been built by King Nebuchadnezzar II around 600 BCE for his wife, Amytis of Media, who longed for the green hills of her homeland. The gardens were reportedly an extraordinary series of tiered gardens filled with a variety of trees, shrubs, and vines, creating a lush oasis in the arid climate.