What geographic conditions were conducive to the rise of Babylon?

Its location. In ancient times, Babylon was located at the junction of important trade routes that connected the Middle East and Asia Minor, and also connected the lands of Egypt with the east. Thus, in ancient times, Babylon was one of the largest trading cities. It was also not only a trade center, but also the cultural center of the entire Ancient East. During its heyday, according to historians, about 500 thousand people lived in this city.