Egyptian discoveries never fail to intrigue us. Recently, scientists in Egypt discovered strange fossils of massive monsters that lived 98 million years ago. So, what do these findings mean to us? Is it the beginning of some unknown mystery that needs to be solved? What do paleontologists have to say about it? Stay tuned to A SECRET WORLD to find out!
Why Was The Great Sphinx of Giza Built?
Find out what the Great Sphinx would have looked like when it was first built, and why the Pharaoh Khafre had the great monument built with his face on it. Enjoy!
INCREDIBLE Archaeological Discoveries No One Was Supposed To See
It’s no secret that the world is brimming with amazing archaeological finds, ranging from huge palaces to creepy little hands.
While some of the discoveries are the result of backbreaking archaeological digs, many others were simply stumbled upon by people! In this video we are going to show you some INCREDIBLE Archaeological Discoveries No One Was Supposed To See, so watch the video till the end!
Secrets of the Antikythera Mechanism
In 1900, sponge divers off the coast of the tiny Greek island of Antikythera made an astonishing discovery: the wreck of an ancient Roman ship lay 200 feet beneath the water, its dazzling cargo spread out over the ocean floor. Among the life-size statues and amphorae was an encrusted piece of metal, which after nearly a century of investigation, is finally revealing its secrets.
Called the Antikythera Mechanism, study has shown that this improbably preserved object is actually an ancient Greek astronomical computer of a technical sophistication not seen until the clock making traditions of Medieval Europe—1,500 years after the Mechanism is believed to have been made (about 200 BC).Recent advances in computer imaging as well as painstaking scholarship have finally elucidated nearly all details of the Mechanism.
Join us as we dive into the mysterious history of the Antikythera Mechanism, guided by several world experts!
The myth of King Midas and his golden touch
In Greek mythology, King Midas is known as a rogue ruler whose antics bemused his people and irritated the Gods. Many know the classic story of Midas's golden touch, but the foolish king was also known for his unusual pair of ears. Iseult Gillespie shares the myth of King Midas. Here’s the lesson by Iseult Gillespie. Enjoy!
Why Did Ancient Egypt Eventually Fall?
The historian reveals how Egypt's enemies exploited a country weakened by internal strife, travelling south to Sudan to examine the story of the forgotten Nubian kings, who ruled Egypt from their southern homeland for a century, even building their own pyramids to bury their monarchs. She then explores how the next group of invaders the Saites took the tradition of mummification to new extremes by preserving millions of animals, before Alexander the Great came to Egypt's rescue and founded the greatest city on Earth.
INCREDIBLE Archaeological Discoveries Near Ancient Roman Fast Food Bar In Pompeii
The ancient world was far more lively and beautiful than many of us realize. Some discoveries also show how similar we were to people thousands of years ago... from our fondness for snacks to our fondness for bright and eye-catching art. Make sure to watch till the end of the video to find all about Pompeii discoveries ! So let’s dive right in!
Archaeologists have made a stunning discovery in Pompeii: they uncovered a hot food and drinks shop that’s decorated with gorgeous and detailed frescoes. The shop, known as a thermopolium in Latin, served the equivalent of street food to Romans.
Located in the south of modern-day Italy, the site is famous for its lifelike plaster casts depicting the last moments of numerous residents' lives. Researchers made the casts by pouring plaster into cavities left in the ash layer by bodies.
8 mysterious places on earth that archaeologists and scientific experts still can't explain!
Planet Earth always amazes us with new mysteries and discoveries, and there are many places where beautiful, strange, and frightening things have happened. Some of them are resolved by scientists, while there are still many that are yet to be resolved or, we can say, are still mysterious to us!
Today we will discuss the top 8 ancient mysterious places on the Earth that science cannot explain. Enjoy!
Built this 14th Century Castle from scratch!
In today’s video we will build a 14th century castle from scratch. Enjoy!
The Hidden Truth About Noah's Ark Flood From The Bible
In Genesis 6:19, The Lord ordered Noah to build an ark in which his family and, to quote the lord, “every living thing of all flesh” would be saved from the Flood. The flood destroyed the morally wrong creatures who lived on the land. The flood didn't destroy creatures in the ark but those in the surroundings. You know this is a common Bible story, but there is something you don't know about it.
Today we will discuss the hidden truth about Noah’s Ark flood from the bible. Enjoy!
12 Most Mysterious Archaeological Artifacts Finds Scientists Still Can't Explain
When an archaeologist is puzzled by a discovery, they turn to a historian for help. If the historian is also puzzled, they ask for help from a scientist. If science can’t provide answers either, we have a major mystery on our hands! You’re about to see a sequence of archaeological mysteries, all of which have left scientists scratching their heads. What are their true stories? Let’s see if we can make sense of them!
5 GODS so Powerful Even Other GODS Feared Them
In today’s video, we’re going to discuss five of the most powerful gods in Greek mythology, gods so powerful that their powers often dwarved those of the other deities in the Greek mythos. Enjoy!
Who Would Be King of America if George Washington had been made a monarch?
Haven’t you ever wondered who would be king of America if George Washington had been made a monarch? Because in today’s video we will be analyzing who that person would be. Watch the video to find out yourself!
Strangest Mysteries Of The Ancient Egyptian Sphinx
In this video we will explore the strangest mysteries of the Ancient Egyptian Sphinx. Watch & enjoy!
Could This Ancient Cretan Relic Be A Fake? | The Secret Of The Phaistos Code
The film examines one of the greatest archaeological scandals ever. In 1908, the "Phaistos Disc" was discovered by the Italian archaeologist Luigi Pernier. Since then, the disc has aroused scientific debates. Is the Phaistos Disc a clever fake? Among other experts, art historian Jerome Eisenberg is convinced that it is. The search for the truth starts in the ancient Cretan palace complexes of Phaistos.
What Was the Ancestor of Everything?
The search for our origins goes back to a single common ancestor -- one that remains shrouded in mystery. It’s the ancestor of everything we know and today scientists call it the last universal common ancestor, or LUCA. Watch the video below for more!
This Terrifying Discovery In Egypt Scares Scientists!
Egypt is home to one of the world's first continuous cultures. Every year, scientists and archaeologists anticipate uncovering even more astounding and unexpected findings. Many unanswered questions and truths have yet to be revealed. The more we learn about this amazing civilization, the deeper back in time we go. Do you think we as a species must dig deeper into our history? Possibly its significance exceeds our current estimation.
Enormous Out of Place Artifacts Left By Giants?
Could enormous out of place artifacts have been left by giants? Watch the video below to find out!
Ancient Greek Quotes to Strengthen Your Character
The ancient Greeks were the first to introduce democracy, theatre and much more. There wisdom is timeless and they are famous for their knowledgeable philosophers. This videos includes quotes from some of the greatest thinkers from ancient Greece such as Socrates, Plato, Heraclitus and Aristotle.
A good quote can offer a lifetime of experience in a simple sentence or statement. They are lessons forged through the overcoming of obstacles and set backs that are passed on to others like a baton in a relay race. They say, "here's what I learned, now use it and go even further."
Archaeologists Have Unearthed A 9,000 Year Old City In Israel That Rewrites Human History
When the Netivei Israel Company wanted to build a new road from Motza to Jerusalem, its managers no doubt assumed that it would be a simple enough process. The area where the road was planned wasn’t thought to contain any significant historical sites, for one thing. But then a survey of the land revealed something remarkable just inches below the surface.
