Assyrian Empire
The Assyrian Empire, from 2500 BCE to 609 BCE, was known for its powerful military and advanced infrastructure. At its height, Assyria controlled much of Mesopotamia, Egypt, and the Levant.Assyrian gods included Ashur and Ishtar, while mythical creatures like the Lamassu, a protective deity depicted as a winged bull with a human head, adorned their city gates.
