: In the Akkadian Empire, where kings were gods, epic achievements were immortalized in stone. The incredibly old Naram-Sin stele is considered a masterpiece
In ancient Mesopotamia, a legendary empire thrived, and its fate rested on the shoulders of Rimush of Akkad, a leader both revered and feared, whose legacy shaped history.
The Akkadian Empire was the first empire in Mesopotamia, founded by Sargon of Akkad. No one yet knows for sure, but there are many theories for the cause of the downfall of this great empire.