Empire Builders

The civilisation of ancient Egypt lasted more than 3,000 years, much more than any other in history; ancient Egypt's great heritage is evident in historic sites such as the pyramids, Valley of the Kings and the temples of Luxor and Karnak.

Exploring historic sites of the Moslem Empire including The Topkapi Palace in Istanbul, the Red Forts of Agra and Delhi, and Spain's Granada, Cordoba and Malaga.

Exploring historic sites significant to the Christian Empires including The Doge's Palace and Basilica San Marco, the Venetian forts of Cyprus and Crete, the Crusader forts of Crac de Chevaliers in Rhodes and Malta, and Constantinople's Hagia Sophia.

Battles, intrigue and revolution were the pillars that inspired great European buildings such as The Palace of Versailles and the Louvre in Paris, Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna and the Winter Palace in St Petersburg.

Exploring historic sites significant to the British Empire including The Viceroy's Palace in Delhi, and the cities and sites of Calcutta, Rangoon, Melbourne and Singapore.

Exploring the remarkable history of one of the world's most unique and diverse ancient cultures, travelling through time to explore the past 1500 years of Japan's history through 10 of its most famous and spectacular buildings.