Join us in Turkey as *Ancient Discoveries* explores a site long considered the true location of ancient Troy, examining one of history’s most celebrated battlefields for fresh insights. We'll reveal compelling evidence shedding light on Ach…

Throughout history, ingenious inventors have conceived – and occasionally built – transport mechanisms remarkably similar to those we use today. This fascinating exploration uncovers fresh insights into the transportation technologies devel…

In ancient Greece and Rome, where a multitude of gods beckoned and temples competed for the devotion of ordinary people, religion presented a landscape of abundant choice. Priests felt compelled to prove the singular power of their deity an…

*Superships* explores remarkable recent finds of ships from antiquity. Advances in underwater archaeology and fresh scholarly insights have significantly expanded our understanding of ancient naval power. Yet, these discoveries raise as …

Today, relocating a three-ton limestone sarcophagus is simply a matter of employing a powerful forklift. But what alternatives did ancient builders possess, in an era when human and animal strength represented the only available power? What…

Even now, Egyptian monuments and magnificent works of art inspire awe. Yet *Ancient Discoveries* aims to unveil a lesser-known facet of Egyptian life: their advanced weaponry and formidable strength in battle. The image most often held o…

A fascinating look at the military ingenuity of ancient China reveals a remarkable array of advancements: from the earliest forms of gunpowder and devastating flame throwers to innovative rockets, sophisticated automated crossbows, formidab…

For the first time, this program reveals the astonishing story of how China fostered a wealth of ingenious creations, including sophisticated instruments for observing the stars, hydraulic hammers, water-powered clocks, and even paper itsel…

This captivating programme explores the enduring mysteries of ancient robotics. The ancient world is surprisingly rich with references to automatic, machine-like devices. The mythical golden robot, Talos, crafted by Hephaistos, was said …

From the internal combustion engine to the artificial heart, the impact of Al-Jazari, a Muslim inventor of the 12th century, resonates in countless aspects of our world today. It is not an overstatement to suggest that he established the te…