Weirdest facts about Angkor Wat that you didn't know

Join Lara Croft on an unforgettable adventure through the mystical wonders of Angkor Wat! Discover the spiritual significance, enduring legacy, and Hollywood allure of this ancient temple complex. From the iconic filming location of Tomb Raider with Angelina Jolie to the captivating mythical carvings, this video unveils the secrets of Angkor Wat that have fascinated generations. Immerse yourself in the profound spirituality, explore the architectural influence, and witness the grandeur of this UNESCO World Heritage site. Get ready for an epic journey that will leave you breathless!

This Gruesome Hygiene Habits Of Royal Women at the Versailles Palace Will Shock You

The notion of cleanliness has evolved throughout time. Today, we understand germs and how illnesses spread; we have antibacterial soaps and sprays; some homes have both a shower and a bathtub; and we have machines that handle our laundry. If you think about the 17th century in that light, you may be relieved that you can't smell it. It stank, and by our standards of cleanliness, it was disgusting. Want to know what was the condition of hygiene between royal women at the Versailles palace? Keep on watching till the end to know everything about it.

When you think of Versailles, you probably think of the enormous gilded chateau and its sprawling grounds, but not usually of dirt. Nonetheless, it was a part of Versailles, much like the Sun emblem. Thousands of people passed through the palace every day, up to 5,000 when there was a special event or celebration, and a sizable army was required to maintain it at least fairly tidy. While the aristocratic tenants of Versailles were responsible for keeping their own quarters clean, this little army was in charge of cleaning the public rooms and those of the Royal Family. The public rooms at night and early in the morning, and the King's and his family's private apartments whenever they were unoccupied. Servants gathered plates and glasses, maids cleaned the furniture and mirrors, and sweepers swept the floors before the polishers came to shine the parquet with colored wax.

The Complete History of the Hittites

The Hittites were a people whose kings at one time ruled unchallenged in Anatolia and large swaths of the ancient Near East. They were so powerful that they destroyed sacked the great ancient states of Yamhad and Babylon and destroyed the once-mighty Kingdom of the Mitanni. However, they're fortunes rose and fell like the tides with their successes often being fleeting due to internal infighting and spreading their forces too thin. If you've ever wanted to get a sense of who the Hittites were as well as learn about their fascinating history, this program is for you.

The Book of Enoch Explained

In the following video we will be explaining the book of Enoch. Watch the video to find out more!

What is Neoplatonism?

In this video we will analyze what Neoplatonism is. Watch the video below to find out more!

The Creation Myth of the Proto Indo-Europeans

This is the story of Manu, Yemo, and Trito; There are many religions that began across Eurasia, however what you may not know is that many are linked by an ancient myth, the Indo European Creation Myth, a myth spoken by the Proto Indo Europeans. This video will tell the myth, explain it, and then compare it with other religions to see if they are descended from it.

The World's Mysterious Underwater Kingdoms That Have Been Lost to Time

Explore the world's sunken cities, from Shicheng's underwater lions to Alexandria's lost streets. See how rising water levels and climate change are revealing hidden treasures and shedding light on long-forgotten civilizations. Learn about Pavlopetri, the oldest sunken city, and uncover the mysteries surrounding its fate. Join us as we dive into history and the impact of the environment on our past and future.

The Middle Kingdoms of India and the Empires of Southeast Asia: A Complete Overview

The Middle Kingdoms of India picks up where Ancient India left off, and goes through the period following the Mauryan Empire, through the Gupta Empire, and the Delhi Sultanate. The last part is about the Southeast Asian empires and India's influence. It is meant to be an overview.

It begins with the Kushan Empire and the spread of Buddhism. It goes through the rulers of the Gupta Empire and its fall. The Muslim invasions would begin in the early Medieval, culminating in the Delhi Sultanate. The cultural part of the video goes into the mixing of the Indian and Islamic culture, and the daily life, art, and architecture of the Middle Kingdoms period. The video ends with an overview of the major Southeast Asian empires, like the Khmer, Pagan, Ayutthaya, and Srivijaya, along with some of their art and architecture as well.

Insane Life of an Egyptian Pharaoh

Egyptian Pharaohs were worshiped like they were gods walking the Earth, but what was an average day like for a Pharaoh? Check out today's epic new video that looks back into ancient history to find out how insane the Egyptian royals lived!

Why Chiso Kimonos Are So Expensive

Kimonos are known for being expensive, and a kimono from the Japanese brand Chiso is one of the most expensive you can buy. One kimono takes around 20 artisans over six months to make, and it can cost over $10,000. We followed the process of creating a handmade kimono, step-by-step, to find out what makes these garments so expensive.

The Mecca Mystery: Are Muslims Praying In The Wrong Direction?

The Sacred City presents compelling evidence that suggests the holy city of Mecca is in the wrong location and that the worlds 1.6 billion Muslims are praying in the direction of the wrong city. Compiling evidence from both historic sources and new technologies point to the correct location in this seismic, revelatory new film.

In this startling and original documentary, writer and historian, Dan Gibson, shows that descriptions of Mohamed’s original holy city – as detailed in the Qur’an and Islamic histories, do not match that of the Mecca we know today. If true this could shake Islam to it’s roots, because every Muslim is required to pray towards the ‘forbidden gathering place’. If Dan Gibson is right, Muslims are praying in the wrong direction.

In the film ‘The Sacred City’ we set out his evidence from within Islamic and ancient histories – while also using modern technologies - to track down the biggest secret of the last fifteen hundred years. Gibson not only finds the location of the original Mecca but also provides a convincing argument as to how such a great misunderstanding in Islamic history came about.

While clearly controversial, The Sacred City is respectful of Islam’s prophet, and does not dispute the events of the Qur’an; but shows how a deliberate attempt was made to hide from Islam, secrets that impact every Muslim today. The evidence is compelling and fascinating.

In a time when the world agenda is being set by Islam, it is more important than ever for the origins and history of this world religion to be examined afresh. This is an important documentary with world-wide appeal for both religious and secular audiences.

Beautifully filmed in the ruins and deserts of the middle east, the film is a detective story that investigates the dawn of Islam and will become the most talked about film for years to come.

Why Didn't the Chinese Colonize America

For the vast majority of history, the Chinese civilization was vastly wealthier and more populous than Europe - yet somehow, it was the Europeans that got away with colonizing the Americas, right under the nose of the Chinese. So, why didn't the Chinese Empire colonize the Americas?

Photo Shooting with the Highest Grade Oiran Kimono in Kyoto, Japan

In the past, there existed a government-approved entertainment district where women called yujyo worked. The top rank of these women were oiran (courtesans). You may have seen oiran in anime or manga. This facility allows visitors to experience the costumes and makeup that these women actually wore. If you want to take a memorable photo, please visit this facility.

The Gnostic Gospels: Were They Illegal?

A common theory is that the Nag Hammadi Library, a collection of Gnostic texts, were an illegal stash of books hidden from Orthodox Christian authorities. But recent scholarship has called this theory into question. Were the Gnostic Gospels legal?