The Mysteries Of The Ancient World's Lost Religions

The ancient world was one ruled by myth and Gods. But many of these religions have been lost to time. Uncover the ancient religions of the Egyptians, Romans, Celts, Incas, Maya and Greeks.

Odyssey is your journey into the world of Ancient History; from the dawn of Mesopotamia to the fall of Rome. We'll be bringing you only the best documentaries that journey into the mysteries and ruins of worlds long lost.

The Rise And Fall Of The Vikings

The Vikings opened trade routes, founded cities, created new feats of engineering and captured ancient hubs. This complete series chronicles the incredible rise and fall of the Vikings, revealing new discoveries that turn Viking history on its head. We tell their incredible history with the help of the foremost experts on Viking warfare and way of life.

12 Most Mysterious Recent Archaeological Finds Scientists Still Can't Explain

While it's always exciting to find out what experts know about ancient civilizations and artifacts, it's also just as exciting to find out what they don't know. We're talking about mysteries they haven't solved and creations they can only guess at. They sometimes don't like to talk about it, but experts are often baffled by the discoveries they make.

Historical Figures Recreated From Paintings Using Artificial Intelligence

A digital artist is teaching machines how to interpret paintings as real life people and results are amazing. Nathan Shipley is a San Francisco based artist who uses latest digital technology and in particular Artificial Intelligence to create some pretty cool artistic stuff. In 2018 he used Deepfake technology to bring to life Salvador Dali for the Dali Museum in Florida, who was able to talk and interact with visitors. In his latest project, using machine learning and generative art, he is exploring how artificial intelligence recreates historical figures from paintings. Enjoy!

Ancient Necklace Unearthed In Woman’s Grave Could Rewrite Medieval History

A 1,300-Year-Old Gold Necklace Found in an Early Christian Burial in England Is a ‘Once-in-a-Lifetime Discovery,’ Says Archaeologist.

The archaeologists had discovered an early medieval grave—and while most of the skeleton had decomposed, an ornate 30-piece gold necklace remained. Dating to around 630 to 670 C.E. it was made up of Roman coins, gold, garnets, painted glass and semiprecious stones; a large cross pendant was at its center.

The Mystery of the Sphinx Temple! Evidence for Hidden Chambers, High Tech, and Secret Digs?

The Sphinx Temple has been closed to the public for decades, but within its walls are clues to its mysterious past. Buried for millennia, the temple’s modern excavation and connection to age-old stories of the Sphinx, it’s ‘pedestal,’ and hidden, subterranean chambers have led to a history of secretive expeditions and explorations in recent times. Behind the locked gates is also found compelling evidence for advanced technology, wrought in stone, and indications of mysterious, functional infrastructure possibly leading into unexplored shafts and chambers, in the bedrock below one of the most famous monuments in the world, the Great Sphinx of Giza.

The Nazca Lines: A Beacon to the Transcendent?

The Nazca Lines are a series of ancient geoglyphs located in the Nazca Desert in southern Peru. These lines, which were created between 500 BCE and 500 CE, are composed of hundreds of large-scale figures depicting animals, plants, and geometric shapes. The Nazca Lines cover an area of around 450 square kilometers and are best observed from the air.

Some people have posited that the Nazca Lines might have a connection to the transcendent or otherworldly beings, largely due to their impressive size, complexity, and the fact that they can be fully appreciated only from above. One popular theory, proposed by Swiss author Erich von Däniken in his 1968 book "Chariots of the Gods?", suggests that the lines might have served as landing strips or markers for extraterrestrial visitors.

However, there is no concrete evidence to support this theory or any other theories that attribute the Nazca Lines to transcendent or otherworldly origins. Most scholars and archaeologists believe that the Nazca Lines were created by the Nazca people for cultural, religious, or astronomical purposes.

Some researchers suggest that the lines were used for ceremonial or ritual purposes, possibly related to the worship of deities associated with water and fertility, given the arid nature of the region. Others propose that the lines served as an astronomical observatory to track the movements of celestial bodies, which played a crucial role in the Nazca people's agricultural practices.

In conclusion, while the idea of the Nazca Lines as a beacon for the transcendent is intriguing, there is no solid evidence to support this claim. The current consensus among experts is that the lines were likely created for cultural, religious, or astronomical purposes by the Nazca people themselves.

What Historical Figures Might Look Like If They Lived Today

Have you ever wondered what historical figures might look like if they lived today? Well, a digital artist named Hidreley Diao, from Brazil, had a similar question and he used modern AI tools to figure it out. He created a realistic depiction of some of history's most iconic figures, capturing their main facial characteristics, while keeping in mind that if they lived in this day and age, modern lifestyle would have created a slightly twisted version of them. Let's have a look at a few amazing examples of his work, bringing historical figures to life, with a little AI animation thrown in the mix.

Lost Civilization or Alien Abode? The Mysterious Desert City Examined -Ksars Draa in Timimoun

In this video, join us on a journey to the Ksars Draa of Timimoun, Algeria, where we explore the fascinating history and culture of this ancient oasis town. Located in the heart of the Sahara desert, Timimoun's Ksars Draa is a complex of traditional mud-brick dwellings that dates back centuries and offers a glimpse into the past.

We begin by taking a stroll through the narrow, winding streets of Ksars Draa, marveling at the intricate architecture and the unique features of the buildings that have stood the test of time. From the intricate patterns and designs on the walls to the cool, shaded courtyards, we explore the different elements that make up the Ksars Draa.

12 Most Amazing And Incredible Ancient Cities

We often think of Ancient Rome and Ancient Athens as being at the top of the pile when it comes to standards of living in Europe centuries ago. That’s not without good reason - both cities were incredibly advanced for their time, and were responsible for countless inventions and innovations. Focusing on the Roman and Greek capitals is doing the rest of Europe a disservice though - there were many incredible ancient cities in Europe; the remains of which can still be seen today. We’re going to go on a tour of them in this video!

Isaac Newton’s Burned Private Papers Revealed His Dangerous Theories About The Apocalypse

The pyramids of Giza are widely believed to be among the greatest feats of architecture in humanity’s history. Yet questions have always remained about the precise nature of their design. For instance, what if we told you that their measurements could reveal grave details about the future of our planet? It sounds outlandish, but the renowned British scientist Isaac Newton feverishly studied the concept. And he came up with some astonishing results.

Terrifying Discovery At Cleopatra's Tomb In Egypt That Changes History

A recent discovery at Cleopatra's tomb in Egypt has sent shockwaves through the historical community. The findings have forced scholars to re-evaluate their understanding of the famous Egyptian queen and the political climate of her time. What was found, and how will it affect our understanding of Cleopatra and her rule? Will this discovery lead to further excavations and revelations?

Let’s dive deep into the facts about Cleopatra's tomb.

At Cleopatra's tomb, archaeologists made a startling discovery that might alter history as we know it. After months of digging, they discovered a mysterious tomb with a small golden box with strange markings. When they opened the box, they were filled with anticipation, but what they discovered inside was far more terrifying than they could have imagined. Could this find rewrite history? Find out what new archaeological work experts have been doing at an ancient Egyptian temple near Alexandria.

The Giza Pyramidion and Another Lost Pyramid

Many of you may be surprised to learn that the satellite pyramid of Khafre is not the only missing pyramid of Giza; there is another one, and it once sat within the shadow of the Great Pyramid.

The Great Pyramid of Khufu has four smaller associated pyramids, not three as you may think, and these are known as pyramids G1-a, b, c and d. The first three still remain today, are all of a similar size and are located to east of the Great Pyramid – south of the Khufu causeway.

But the superstructure of the fourth one, Pyramid G1-D has been completely dismantled, so much so that it wasn’t even discovered until as recent as 1992.

In this video we'll be discussing Pyramid G1-D and also the extremely rare find associated with it - the only pyramidion ever discovered at Giza and the second oldest ever discovered in Egypt. Watch this video to learn more.