I stood in a city of marble, built to honor a ruler, yet I am known for my absence. What am I?
Category: History · Difficulty: medium
Hint: Think of a wonder of the ancient world that may not have existed.
Answer
The Hanging Gardens of Babylon
Explanation
The Hanging Gardens are one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and their existence is debated.
This is a medium history riddle — a moderate challenge for most people. The answer is The Hanging Gardens of Babylon.
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