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Italy, Pompeii - Villa of the Mysteries
The Villa of the Mysteries is a well-preserved suburban Roman villa, famous for the series of frescos in one room, which are usually thought to show the initiation of a young woman into a Greco-Roman mystery cult. These are now probably...
The Africa Channel
The Soul of Ashanti: The challenges of modern Ashanti chiefmanship in Ghana
Trace the history of the Ashanti Kingdom’s Golden Stool -- one of the most important sacraments of the kingdom -- from the time it is believed to have arrived in 1695 to present day Ghana.
Religion for Breakfast
The Origins of Hebrew
As the name suggests, the Hebrew Bible is written, mostly, in Hebrew. But what is the earliest history of this language? What language did the ancient Israelites speak? This episode examines the origins of Hebrew and its relationship...
Curated Video
Italy, Venice - Cathedrals churches and monasteries
There are more than 250 churches in Venice, both consecrated and desecrated. Obviously, the sacred ones are first of all places of worship, but all together they make up a cultural, artistic and human heritage of inestimable value.
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Italy, Paestum, Temple of Hera (Basilica)
The first Temple of Hera, built around 550 BC by the Greek colonists, is the oldest surviving temple in Paestum. Eighteenth-century archaeologists named it "The Basilica" because some mistakenly believed it to be a Roman building. (The...
Archaia Historia
How did Ancient Greeks tell the date? - The Athenian Calendar
“What is the date?” Is often a question asked in our day to day life. But how would a person in Ancient Greece answer this question?
Next Animation Studio
Scientists find ‘Sodom’ was wiped out by air-bursting meteor
An ancient city near the Dead Sea was destroyed centuries ago by a meteor that exploded above the city and burned it to a cinder.
The Africa Channel
The Soul of Ashanti: The Grand Durbur celebration of the 16th King of the Ashanti Kingdom
Trace the history of the Ashanti Kingdom’s Golden Stool -- one of the most important sacraments of the kingdom -- from the time it is believed to have arrived in 1695 to present day Ghana.
Brave Wilderness
The Legend of Lost Lake (Part 1)
A Legend lives beneath the surface of Lost Lake in Roann, Indiana and Bill Haywood, a Roann native and experienced outdoorsman, has been searching for this legend for over 20 years. On this episode of Dragon Tails, Bill has invited...
Epic History TV
Alexander the Great Part 1
Find out why many still consider Alexander the Great to be the greatest military leader of all time. Animated maps chart the full story of his brilliant 10-year campaign across Greece, Egypt, Iran, Afghanistan and to the borders of...
Next Animation Studio
Ancient nomads linked to modern populations
A new study sheds light on how ancient human migration in Northeastern Siberia is linked to human populations today.
Curated Video
Turkey, Assos Theatre
The theatre of Assos in Asia Minor in Turkey, It was discovered that the theatre which had been set up on the south slope of the ancient city across Lesbos was destroyed during an earthquake. The theatre with 2500 people capacity had...
AllTime 10s
10 Civilizations Wiped Out By Nature
Sometimes, Mother Nature just decides to ruin an entire culture for the hell of it. From an Egyptian city sinking into the ground to ancient Antarcticans being hit with an asteroid, these are 10 Civilizations Wiped Out By Nature.
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China, Silk Road - Jiayuguan Pass
Among the passes on the Great Wall, Jiayuguan is the most intact surviving ancient military building. The pass is also known by the name the "First and Greatest Pass Under Heaven", which is not to be confused with the "First Pass Under...
Two Minute Music Theory
Music in Ancient Egypt
An overview at the music of the dynastic period of Egypt
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Archaeologists found ancient human footprints in Morocco
Ancient human footprints dating back to more than 100,000 years are discovered in Morocco. It is believed to be the oldest in North Africa.
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Winnipeg's South Indian community finds unlikely camaraderie through wrestling
When you think of wrestling, you may picture people with huge muscles and colourful costumes launching themselves off the top rope. But the ancient sport has many roots in Punjabi culture. CBC's Jim Agapito hit the mat at Wrestle With...
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Indigenous graves have B.C. landowners pitted against the government
Thousands of sites in British Columbia are believed to be ancient First Nations burial grounds. Some are on private lands, and many Indigenous people believe these sites are sacred. But the government doesn't see the burial sites the...
Curated Video
What’s flat yet stuffed, touristy yet tasty?
In this episode of Taste, we discover the qutab, a typical Azerbaijani delicacy. The wealth of Azerbaijan’s cuisine reflects the country’s diversity, and a dish like the Qutab can vary in its composition and preparation from one region...
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The Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra join with the Moscow Soloists in Sochi
Traditional Chinese rhythms filled the Organ hall in the Russian city of Sochi as the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra rehearsed. The orchestra which was a special guest of the Winter International Arts Festival includes 85 musicians, whose...
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2,000-year-old Roman writing tablets found in London
Archeologists find what may be the earliest handwritten documents in U.K.
Curated Video
How old is the Bible?
Israeli researchers now think literacy may have been widespread in ancient times much earlier than previously thought. They have analysed inscriptions found on ancient fragments of pottery found in the Negev desert. The 2,600 year-old...
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Beer from time of Jesus
A Jerusalem brewery resurrected a recipe it thinks dates back to biblical times