Meet Genghis Khan, the leader who built the largest land empire the world has ever seen! In this episode, we’ll learn how he united the Mongol tribes and led his army across Asia, conquering lands and changing history. He was a fierce...

Discover the power and speed of ancient Egyptian chariot warriors in this exciting history video. Learn how these skilled fighters changed warfare in ancient Egypt and helped build a mighty empire. We explore the design of chariots, the...

Continuing with the Indo-European world, it's time to check out the Persian empires, of which there were several. The ones we will examine here are the Achaemenid, Parthian, and Sasanian empires, which rose and fell as regions were lost...

In this video, we explore the fascinating world of camels, llamas, alpacas, reindeer, and elk. We learn about the different species within the camelid family, their habitats, physical characteristics, and unique adaptations. From the...

Battle of Talas, 751 AD Part 2/2

Battle of Talas, 751 AD Part 1/2

Following the death of Caliph al-Mu'tasim, his son al-Wathiq ascended to the throne but died unexpectedly. His brother, al-Mutawakkil, took power and sought to diminish the influence of the powerful Turkish military elite by...

Get acquainted with Gemma, a remarkable Bactrian camel standing nearly 8 feet tall, making her one of the largest of her species. Learn about Bactrian camels, native to the steppes of Central Asia, known for their distinctive two humps...

Let's learn about Tajikistan and its 4 provinces!

The Griffin is a half-lion, half-eagle creature that is commonly seen adorning royal crests and perched menacingly atop buildings. Why is this ancient creature that many of us see every day largely forgotten?

Get acquainted with Gemma, a remarkable Bactrian camel standing nearly 8 feet tall, making her one of the largest of her species. Learn about Bactrian camels, native to the steppes of Central Asia, known for their distinctive two humps...

This video provides a detailed historical account of the Battle of Talas, a pivotal conflict between the Abbasid Caliphate and the Tang Empire of China in 751 AD. The narration delves into the background of the two empires, their...

Discover the rich and diverse culinary culture of Afghanistan, influenced by the Middle East and Central Asia. From the ancient kings of Kabul to the present day, food has played a central role in Afghan life. With a wide variety of...

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Gunmen stormed a Shiite mosque in the Afghan capital on Friday while worshippers were attending prayers. Police say the hours-long attack in Kabul has ended with all four attackers dead. Police official Mohammed Sadique Muradi said two...

Since it's release in late 2013, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development's Transition Report "Stuck In Transition" has generated a lot of attention for its compelling and provocative conclusions about the...

In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Russian Plans to Invade India

In collaboration with the British Museum and Peter Frankopan, History Hit Live present a study day of talks designed around deepening understanding of the Silk Roads. Watch the talks by British Museum curators and leading academics in...