Stunning ‘blow apart’ CGI animation and the latest archaeological investigations reveal how the most iconic buildings of the ancient worlds were built, stone by stone.
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Episodes
Episode 1
Enigma Of The Red Pyramid
The Red Pyramid is a mighty megastructure. Experts use cutting-edge tech to investigate the pharaoh who built it and the mystery behind its design.
Episode 2
Pompeii's Mysterious Twin
Along with Pompeii, Mount Vesuvius left another mysterious Roman settlement buried beneath its ashes. Experts reveal new evidence.
Episode 3
Secrets Of Hadrian's Villa
Hadrian's Villa is the largest Roman palace ever constructed. Experts seek the truth behind one of Rome's most enigmatic emperors.
Episode 4
Lost World Of Sumerian Kings
Kish, Iraq, lies at the cradle of human civilisation. Experts investigate the buried secrets of this lost city to uncover the first origins of royalty.
Episode 5
Rise Of Egypt's Sun Kings
The ancient necropolis of Abusir contains strange megastructures unlike any in Egypt. Experts gain access to investigate lost tombs and forgotten rituals.
Episode 6
Nimrud: Secrets Revealed
Stunning CGI animation and the latest archaeological investigations reveal how the most iconic buildings of the ancient worlds were built, stone by stone.
Episode 7
Rise Of Egypt's Sun Kings
The Avenue of the Sphinxes has now been unearthed in the biggest excavation in Egyptian history. Who built this structure and what was its purpose?
Episode 8
Lost Empire Of Palmyra
Why was Palmyra built in the Syrian desert and how did its inhabitants survive? Years after its destruction by ISIS, experts return to the site.
