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Victor Harris discusses the origins of the legend, referencing ancient geographers Strabo and Josephus. Their accounts indicate that the gardens were said to have been constructed by Nebuchadnezzar II around 600 B.C. The gardens were reportedly designed to mimic a mountainous landscape, featuring terraces laden with a variety of trees and plants, creating an extraordinary visual experience for those entering Babylon through the Ishtar Gate.