Dilmun, the Sumerian Shangri-La (Bronze Age Dilmun Civilization of Ancient Bahrain)
In this program, we take a look at both the mythical and historical significance of the ancient land known as Dilmun. Known as a sort of paradise in Sumerian mythology, the actual Dilmun was a thriving commercial hub during the Bronze and early Iron Ages. For those of you interested in some ancient history outside of your standard textbooks, you won't want to miss this. Related Videos: The Early History of Sumer and the Sumerians • The Early History of Sumer and the Sumerians The Kassite Dynasty of Babylon • The Kassite Dynasty of Babylon Concise History of Ancient Assyria and the Assyrian Empire • Concise History of Ancient Assyria and the... Sources and Suggested Reading ► https://bit.ly/3hhNb0b Follow History with Cy: Instagram ► / historywithcy Facebook ► / historywithcy Twitter ► / historywithcy Website ► http://www.historywithcy.com Podcast ► https://historywithcy.buzzsprout.com/ Music: Epidemic Sound #dilmun #ancienthistory #mesopotamia

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