705–681 BCEReputable source · 2 sourcesWell documented
Sennacherib and the Zenith of Assyria
On the timeline · around 705–681 BCE ·
What happened
Sennacherib made Nineveh the greatest city in the world, building a 'Palace Without Rival' and an advanced system of canals and aqueducts. His campaigns included the famous siege of the fortress of Lachish, recorded in stone reliefs.
Why it matters
Under Sennacherib the Assyrian Empire reached its height, and Nineveh became a dazzling imperial capital on the Tigris.
Sources
- World History Encyclopedia. Sennacherib · Reputable source
- World History Encyclopedia. Nineveh · Reputable source