Europe has a rich and complex history, shaped by numerous invasions, wars, and political changes throughout the centuries. Major civilizations such as Ancient Greece and Rome left lasting legacies in language, art, and governance. The fall of the Roman Empire was followed by the Middle Ages, marked by feudalism and religious conflicts. The Renaissance and Enlightenment brought new ideas, leading to colonial expansion, the industrial revolution, and the two World Wars. Today, Europe is a diverse continent with a rich cultural heritage and a leading role in world events.
At the confluence of two rivers near the Guadarrama mountains in Spain is Alcázar de Segovia, one of the country’s most distinctive medieval castles. It is known for its unique shape resembling a ship’s bow. Originally built as a fort in the 12th century, it eventually became a preferred residence for the Castilian monarchs for …
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Lost Worlds investigates the very latest archaeological finds at three remote and hugely significant sites – Angkor Wat, Troy and Persepolis. Lost Worlds travels to each site and through high-end computer graphics, lavish re-enactment and the latest archaeological evidence brings them to stunning televisual life. From the 900-year-old remains of Angkor Wat in the Cambodian …
Peles Castle is set at the bottom of the Bucegi Mountains near the picturesque town os Sinaia. It is considered by many to be one of the most stunning and spectacular castles in Europe. Since this castle served as the summer residence for the royal family the King who commissioned it spared no expense. Built …
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Pompeii has been frozen in time since the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. But now, more secrets behind the ancient Roman city are being revealed with the help of new technologies. Pompeii is a delicately conserved attraction that is under constant threat from the wears and tear of extensive tourism, the specter of …
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If Roman concrete was so strong and durable, why arn’t we using the same materials today for modern buildings? The answer might surprise you. In today’s educational video The Ancient Guru is looking into why the Roman’s way of building things has been left behind for new building materials! Enjoy!
Dive into the enigmatic tale of Medusa, the cursed Grecian priestess. Venture through the marble halls of ancient Athens, witness forbidden love, divine wrath, and a transformation like no other. Beyond the monstrous facade lies a story of beauty, power, and resilience. Join us as we unravel the layers of Medusa’s tragic narrative and discover …
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Mysteries and Marvels: Unveiling the Enchantment of Avebury Stone Circles In the heart of the picturesque Wiltshire countryside lies an enigmatic wonder that has captured the imagination of countless generations: the Avebury Stone Circles. Steeped in mystery and shrouded in ancient tales, these monumental rings of standing stones form one of the most captivating and …
The Battle of Thermopylae was fought in 480 BC between the Achaemenid Persian Empire under Xerxes I and an alliance of Greek city-states led by Sparta under Leonidas I. Lasting over the course of three days, it was one of the most prominent battles of both the second Persian invasion of Greece and the wider …
In the thirteenth century, the Mongols achieved a string of virtually unbroken victories, gaining the largest contiguous land empire in history. In the 1240’s, they devastated Hungary, destroying the army of King Béla IV at the famous Battle of Mohi. This experience profoundly impacted the Hungarians, and caused them to fundamentally alter many aspects of …
A 16,000-year-old formal entry to an Ice Age cave near Engen, Germany, has been found, according to researchers. Archaeologists have known about the cave since the 1970s, but the original entrance was not found until recently. When a sewage line was being built at the time, a hole was unintentionally blown into the cave ceiling, …
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On the summit of Monte do Oural, in the municipality of Vila Verde, a group of archaeologists and students from the University of Minho (UMinho) are now excavating a recently found megalithic funerary monument. According to the municipality, the goal is to preserve the preservation of “a valuable heritage find” whose construction is thought to …
Documentary film for searching for ancient treasures underground. Treasure finding and the beginning of exploration. The treasure had been discovered in the land of a farm, with an area of about 2.4. Kilometers (1.5 miles South near the Greek border village Stage, on 26 June 2015. We still in the beginning, the company’s work crew …