Exploring new evidence that helps with answering questions and cracking the unsolved myths and mysteries surrounding some of the greatest wonders of both the ancient and modern world.
The ancient city of Persepolis was once the greatest and richest city on Earth. Using forensic analysis, experts discover how the Persians rose to power.(S05,E11)
The burial site of some of ancients Egypt's greatest queens, experts examine a vast necropolis that contains even more tombs than the Valley of the Kings.(S05,E12)
Experts use innovative geophysical analysis to solve the mysteries of the towering Mount Nemrut in Turkey. Can they uncover the reason for its destruction?(S05,E10)
The powerful city of Palenque is home to mysterious temples that harbour secrets about the Maya queens. Experts investigate using pioneering technology.(S05,E14)
Deep in the Iraqi desert, investigators use new technology to unearth an ancient city like no other. What secrets lie in the sacred city of Nippur?(S05,E13)
Experts use innovative technology to investigate why pharaohs and emperors built a colossal temple monument on a mysterious Egyptian island.(S05,E15)
The ancient city of Abydos contains Egyptian tombs and a buried temple linked to a mysterious death cult. Archaeologists use drone imaging to investigate.(S05,E16)
The clifftop ruins of Tintagel Castle are believed to be King Arthur's birthplace. Experts use cutting-edge tech to unlock its secrets.(S05,E17)
Archaeologists use pioneering technology to investigate the ancient city of Samarra, revealing its astonishing rise to power – and monumental downfall.(S05,E18)
Archaeologists uncover the engineering secrets behind lost coliseums of Rome to reveal the truth behind the ancient Roman empire.(S05,E19)
Archaeologists use cutting-edge aerial imaging to investigate new discoveries and the truth behind the mythical lost city of Xanadu.(S05,E20)