Raiders of the Lost Past with Janina Ramirez

20192 series
Available on
BBC Two

Dr Janina Ramirez, the British art and cultural historian and TV presenter, known for `An Art Lover's Guide' and `The Genius of Leonardo Da Vinci', follows in the footsteps of the greatest explorer-archaeologists around the world, in search of hallowed ancient sites. Hot on their trails, Janina reveals how our understanding of each treasure continues to be shaped by the interpretations of the explorers and their eras, be they the heights of the British Empire or Europe in the grip of turn-of-the-century nationalistic fervour.

The Minotaur's Palace: Episode Image
Episode 1The Minotaur's Palace

...Janina Ramirez. The Minotaur's Palace. A millionaire hunts for the mythical palace of the Minotaur and discovers a lost world.

The Viking Ship: Episode Image
Episode 2The Viking Ship

...Janina Ramirez. The Viking Ship. A lost thousand-year-old ship transforms the fierce reputation of the Vikings.

World's First City: Episode Image
Episode 3World's First City

...Janina Ramirez. World's First City. A young explorer stumbles on the buried remains of the world’s oldest city.

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