Ancient Megastructures

Ancient Megastructures (2011)

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The incredible engineering stories behind three iconic ancient buildings: the Colosseum, the Great Pyramid of Giza and Chartres Cathedral. We tell the history of the people who built them: where they came from, how they lived, and how they managed to erect some of the greatest structures ever built by man. Using ground-breaking computer graphics and dramatic construction, this series shows in intimate detail how these buildings were conceived and constructed in an age before modern technology.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E09Istanbul's Hagia SophiaMai 7, 2011
S01E07Angkor WatApr. 30, 2011
S01E05Machu PicchuApr. 23, 2011
S01E04PetraApr. 16, 2011
S01E08The AlhambraApr. 9, 2011
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Ancient Megastructures premiere?

Ancient Megastructures premiered on June 19, 2011.

How many episodes are in the first season of Ancient Megastructures?

The first season of Ancient Megastructures has 6 episodes.

What is the premise of Ancient Megastructures?

Ancient Megastructures explores the ancient engineering feats that were constructed around the world.

What is the name of the first episode of Ancient Megastructures?

The name of the first episode of Ancient Megastructures is "The Colosseum."

Which ancient structure is featured in the second episode of Ancient Megastructures?

The second episode of Ancient Megastructures features the Alhambra in Granada, Spain.

Which ancient city is featured in the third episode of Ancient Megastructures?

The third episode of Ancient Megastructures features the ancient city of Petra in Jordan.

What is the name of the fourth episode of Ancient Megastructures?

The name of the fourth episode of Ancient Megastructures is "Machu Picchu."

What structure is featured in the fifth episode of Ancient Megastructures?

The fifth episode of Ancient Megastructures features the Great Pyramid of Giza.

Which Roman structure is featured in the sixth and final episode of Ancient Megastructures season one?

The sixth and final episode of Ancient Megastructures season one features the Roman Aqueducts.

Who narrated Ancient Megastructures?

Ancient Megastructures was narrated by actor Damian Lewis.

Who produced Ancient Megastructures?

Ancient Megastructures was produced by windfall Films.

In which countries was Ancient Megastructures broadcasted?

Ancient Megastructures was broadcasted in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and various other countries.

Were any experts featured in the first season of Ancient Megastructures?

Yes, experts such as Martin Biddle, Nigel Barker, and Peter James were featured in the first season of Ancient Megastructures.

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Also known as

  • Engineering the Impossible

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