The geography that helped civilization develop there was because the ground was fertile, it was rich in minerals such a gold, copper, and stone, farmers thrived there, and the capital city, Kerma, was protected from invaders because of the nile cataracts.
This year marks the 40th anniversary of the release of the Led Zeppelin song Stairway to Heaven, which is undoubtedly their magnum opus and biggest hit record of their career. The song was released as a single in January 1972 in the UK, two months after the release of their Led Zeppelin IV album.
Led Zeppelin singer Robert Plant appeared to be moved to tears as he and his two surviving band mates watched Heart perform a soaring rendition of the band's 1971 hit Stairway To Heaven at the 2012 Kennedy Center Honors ceremony, which featured a star-studded tribute to his iconic 1960s and 1970s rock group.