In this video we will aim to uncover pagan and Christian sanctuaries and artifacts in Canterbury, a historic city known for its Roman and medieval religious significance.. They conduct excavations in various sites, including a Roman temple and a medieval industrial estate.
Significant findings provide stunning insights into the city's history. Enjoy!
Discovering ancient artefacts is far from a straightforward task. Simply looking at them won't unveil their secrets, but that's what makes them truly intriguing. Unveiling the mysteries of these relics requires thorough research and dedicated study, but the effort is well worth it as it often leads to astonishing discoveries. In this video, you'll dive into a world of surprising and captivating ancient artefacts that defy expectations and leave us in awe.
What is known about human history has been reshaped with the discovery of Göbekli Tepe. Similar columns and obelisks have now been found in excavations at Karahan Tepe and Harbetsuvan Tepe in Şanlıurfa.
The discoveries made in Göbekli Tepe and the pieces unearthed during the excavation consist of findings that can reshape the entire history of humanity. This makes Göbekli Tepe an important location not only for Turkiye but also for the whole world.
However, recent discoveries in areas called Karahan Tepe and Harbetsuvan Tepe in Şanlıurfa have revealed that Göbekli Tepe is not alone.
The Arctic shores of Siberia have long been renowned for their wealth of ancient archaeological treasures, yet a groundbreaking discovery has recently left archaeologists astounded. This frigid and unforgiving terrain, battered by relentless icy gales, stands as one of the most perilous regions on our planet. While local scientists were conducting an assessment of permafrost depletion in the area, their endeavors yielded far more than they could have ever anticipated.
Have you ever looked at the Mona Lisa and wondered why she’s so famous? 8 million people go to the Louvre every year just to see the Mona Lisa. But once they arrive, they only spend about 15 seconds actually looking at her. Which begs the question: Is the Mona Lisa REALLY worth the hype?
In 1503, Leonardo da Vinci was approached by a wealthy silk merchant named Francesco del Giocondo to paint a portrait of his 24-year old wife, Lisa. What started as a run-of-the-mill portrait turned into Leonardo da Vinci’s magnum opus. A masterpiece the artist would continue working on until his death. A painting he would never part with.
The story of how the Mona Lisa became the most famous painting in the world is a messy one. In 1911, she was stolen from the Louvre by a man named Vincenzo Peruggia who falsely believed France possessed the painting because Napoleon Bonaparte stole it from Italy. The world was fascinated by the theft and it became a national scandal seemingly overnight. This event undoubtedly accelerated the Mona Lisa’s rise to fame.
That being said, if there were an alternate reality where the Mona Lisa was never stolen, we believe she would still be famous. The Mona Lisa had many admirers before the heist and she was created by one of the greatest geniuses who ever lived. In addition. Leonardo da Vinci used many innovative techniques to create the Mona Lisa.
In the video below we will analyze all the embarrassing facts about how the Americans did “it”. Watch the vide to find out more!
The Disney company have produced hundreds of films over the years and as you may already know there has always been a lot of dark rumours flying around about the origins of some of their films. Well some of those rumours are true because a few popular disney films are based on very unusual stories and tales. So from the dark original story of Pinocchio that sees him get tortured, burnt and hung to the original tangled which has a much different ending and even the true historical story behind Pocahontas. Here are 5 Disney films that were inspired or based off unusual & true, rather dark stories.
In the following video we will be going through the story of Vlad The Impaler, also known as Vlad Dracula. Watch the video to find out more!
In Sumerian mythology, the Underworld was known as Kur, and it was ruled by the goddess Ereshkigal. The Babylonians also had a similar concept of the Underworld, which they called Irkalla.
According to Sumerian mythology, the Underworld was a dark and gloomy place where the souls of the dead went after they passed away. The journey to the Underworld was perilous, and the souls had to navigate through seven gates, each guarded by a different deity.
Once in the Underworld, the souls were judged by Ereshkigal and her consort, Nergal. The souls were then assigned to different levels of the Underworld based on their deeds in life. The worst offenders were sent to the lowest level, where they were subjected to eternal torment.
The Babylonians had a similar concept of the Underworld, but their version was more complex. According to Babylonian mythology, the Underworld was divided into several levels, each with its own ruler. The souls of the dead had to pass through each level, facing different challenges and obstacles along the way.
One of the most famous stories from Babylonian mythology is the tale of Ishtar's descent into the Underworld. Ishtar was the goddess of love and fertility, and she decided to visit the Underworld to rescue her lover, Tammuz. However, she was unable to pass through the gates of the Underworld, and she was forced to remove her clothing and jewelry as payment to the gatekeepers.
The dry, arid sandscapes of planet Earth can preserve structures and artifacts far more effectively than humid environments. The Minaret of Jam exemplifies this.
Rooted in Arabic tradition, the term 'minaret' describes a tower designed to beckon the faithful to prayer. Standing defiant against the elements, the Minaret of Jam pierces the skyline, rising 214 feet above the Shahrak District in the rugged and hard-to-reach Province of Ghor, Afghanistan, where the Jam and Hari rivers meet.
Built out of baked bricks and clad in glazed tiles, the Minaret of Jam features some of the most intricate and impressive engravings of its time. An octagonal platform forms the base, supporting the round tower that rises above. The Minaret also boasts two wooden balconies and once held a lantern at its peak.
Amongst the many carvings on its surface are passages from the Quran, as well as other forms of ancient Arabic and Islamic calligraphy.
Historians believe that Sultan Ghiyath al-Din of the Ghurid Dynasty, a group of Persianates who governed much of present-day Afghanistan between the 8th and 13th centuries, commissioned the construction of the Minaret around the year 1190.
The surrounding area, now a canvas of crumbling ruins, once housed an illustrious city known as the Lost City of Turquoise Mountain – one of the greatest of its era. The remnants of a monastery or palace, a Jewish graveyard, and a pottery kiln that likely baked the bricks for the Minaret of Jam hint at the city’s past glory.
Under Ghurid rule, Jews, Christians, and Muslims coexisted peacefully until the Mongols usurped power. Following the onset of Mongol rule, historical references to the Minaret of Jam dwindled. It likely became overlooked and forgotten due to its remote location.
In 2002, UNESCO deemed the Minaret a protected site. Before this, the tower was at the mercy of time and the elements, suffering centuries of erosion.
Visitors are welcome at the tower, and it is still open for them to climb, provided they are willing to risk the journey to reach it through a region fraught with conflict, theft, and murder.
However, the future of the Minaret of Jam - the sole surviving Ghurid Dynasty monument - is uncertain. A 2014 BBC report warned that the precarious structure was at immediate risk of collapse...
In the following video we will be talking about the secrets of Moses that every believer should know. Watch the video to find out more!
The past whispers its secrets to those who listen closely, and with metal detectors in hand, a new chapter of history unfolds. In this video, we will dive into the remarkable tales of the top 20 treasures that emerged from the shadows of time. Enjoy!
Most large animals on this planet have the potential to be dangerous and even deadly. Most large animals come from competitive ecosystems and these competitive ecosystems are home to apex predators. This means that animals that we view as peaceful are very capable of defending themselves against predators and they are very capable of defending themselves against humans. In this video i will be going through just a few peaceful animals that have turned into killers as i will be going through 3 peaceful animals that have turned into killers.
Deep below the Western Wall is an underground world holding the secrets of ancient Jerusalem. Next to some of the most enormous stones ever discovered, there is a sealed-up gate. Next to this mysterious gate, you will see Jews praying and crying out to God. What is this place? Why is it so important? Well, today, we will talk about it and other secrets we can find in the Western Wall Tunnels.
In this video, we will show you an ancient Roman toy that only women played with. We think that you already understand what will be discussed. We will also show you a real glassy brain of a person who suffered from a volcanic eruption. The most ancient tools used by non-Homo sapiens. Who they belonged to and where they were found at the end of this video.
Only archaeologists are able to tell us the truth about our history. What they teach us in school is a lie.
In this video, we'll show you the finds that changed the world! An ancient Anglo-Saxon book was able to completely rewrite history - which is not so unusual you will find out in this documentary archaeological film. The story of a man who weighed less than 20 kg, how a simple scientist deciphered the Mayan script and a ship that could surprise.
In this video, Jessica the Museum Guide takes you on a detailed guided tour of the weird, the wonderful, and the downright bizarre at the Victoria and Albert Museum. We will introduce these off-the-beaten-track items, explain why they're so important, and give you fascinating facts and history. Enjoy!
Within the Arctic Circle is a several thousand square mile patch of sand just barely above sea level. It forms a vast desert like environment with sand dunes, but while also being host to potential polar bear habitat. Known as Bunge Land, it is the largest feature of its kind, although its origin is somewhat similar to how the Great Kobuk Sand Dunes formed in Alaska.
One of the most impressive features within Wyoming is a towering volcanic edifice called Devils Tower. This ancient mass of rock contains hexagon shaped columns which rise 867 feet above the surrounding landscape. It is part of an ancient volcano, whose origin was debated until quite recently. This video will discuss a new theory on how Devils Tower formed, and mention some nearby related geologic features.
In today’s video we will be going through a collection of rare and moving history photos which will both entertain and educate. This is quite the collection. Some of these old photos are rare, all are a taste of our complex history.
