The jeweled-encrusted pectoral of King Tut is a hieroglyphic artefact of stunning craftsmanship and one of the greatest treasures of the pharaohs. Was this ancient glass scarab in Tutankhamun's tomb created by forces from beyond our world? Using new research and the latest tech, experts confront the ancient mystery of its flawless glass scarab. Is a 4,000 year old clay tablet the original instruction manual for Noah's ark? And how can a bizarre red moon rock contain signs of life?
It's 79 AD and Mount Vesuvius is about to blow. In 24 hours time, the people of Pompeii and Herculaneum are going to die. They will be part of the death toll of one of the worst natural disasters in history. Starting with a forensic examination of their remains, Bettany Hughes pieces together the final 24 hours of their lives in incredible detail.
David Attenborough joins an archaeological dig uncovering Britain’s biggest mammoth discovery in almost 20 years. In 2017, in a gravel quarry near Swindon, two amateur fossil hunters found an extraordinary cache of Ice Age mammoth remains and a stone hand-axe made by a Neanderthal. Professor Ben Garrod joins the team at DigVentures during the excavation as they try to discover why the mammoths were here and how they died. Could the Neanderthals have killed these Ice Age giants?
Was the famous wooden structure a clever war tactic—or pure invention? This documentary dives into ancient clues, archaeological digs, and expert theories to uncover the truth behind this iconic tale. It challenges long-held beliefs about the fall of Troy. With vivid reenactments and insights from leading historians, it blurs the line between legend and reality, revealing a story more intriguing than we ever imagined.
Embark on a breathtaking journey through time as the cradle of civilization is brought to life like never before. With stunning visuals and immersive storytelling, this documentary follows Iraqi-born writer Jawad Bashara as he returns to his homeland after decades in exile, determined to preserve the rich cultural legacy of ancient Mesopotamia—now under threat from war and destruction. Guided by cutting-edge archaeology and heartfelt personal reflection, the film explores the wonders of Sumer, Babylon, and Assyria while asking a profound question: how can understanding our ancient past help shape a better future? A visually spectacular and emotionally powerful experience that connects history, identity, and resilience—this is more than a documentary; it’s a rediscovery of who we are.
An Ice Age relic found in a mysterious cave is evidence of prehistoric humans' connection to the supernatural. Using cutting-edge tech, experts investigate this 40,000-year-old treasure to reveal why it was made and the long-lost myths it represents. In the summer of 1939, a team of explorers unearthed hundred of mammoth ivory fragments within a cave in Germany. Due to the start of World War II, the explorers were forced to abandon their findings, and the fragments laid forgotten in a museum. Decades later, as archeologists began piecing the fragments together, an extraordinary artifact emerged -- a figure with both animal and human features, now known as the 'Lion man.'
Is a 4,000 year old clay tablet the original instruction manual for Noah's ark? And how can a bizarre red moon rock contain signs of life?