Imago Mundi Oldest Surviving World Map from Babylon Reveals Secrets of Geography & Mythology

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The Imago Mundi is the oldest surviving world map, dating back to the 5th century BCE and discovered in Babylon (modern-day Iraq). This ancient Babylonian map provides a fascinating window into how ancient civilizations understood geography, astronomy, and mythology. The map not only charts the physical world but also reveals spiritual and cosmic beliefs from one of the world’s most advanced early societies.

Join us as we uncover the secrets of the Imago Mundi, exploring the Babylonian worldview of geography, mythical creatures, and celestial bodies depicted on this incredible clay tablet. Learn how the Babylonians integrated geography and mythology to represent their world and cosmos.

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