Name: Ancient Engineering
Released: 2021-03-21T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Greg Johnson

TV Show · Documentary · History

Examining the most incredible architectural constructions of antiquity, those that inspired our engineers and helped build the modern world as we know it, including The Pyramids, Stonehenge, Great Wall of China, Notre Dame and the Taj Mahal.

2021 · 50m

Starring Greg Johnson

EPISODE 1

Roads That Changed The World

Discovers the transport networks of the past and the history of how roads were built in order to access basic supplies.
EPISODE 2

The Great Wall of China

Since the earliest civilisations, humans have needed walls to protect themselves. From rudimentary walls around early towns and cities to vast fortresses and castles, culminating in one of the greatest engineering triumphs of all time.
EPISODE 3

Secrets Of The Pyramids

The Great Pyramid at Giza is the only survivor of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Its scale is breath-taking and it is built to the mind-boggling degree of precision and inspiring modern architects.
EPISODE 4

Rise Of The Super-Castle

After the Norman invasion of 1066, new fortresses were constructed to ward off invaders, command absolute power, and to intimidate and suppress any rebellion.
EPISODE 5

Secrets Of Notre Dame

Building for God reached a high point in the Middle Ages with Notre Dame, when a new engineering movement emerged in Europe.
EPISODE 6

Secrets Of Angkor Wat

The temple of Ankgkor Wat in Cambodia is one of the most beautiful and mysterious buildings in the world. Built on a swamp, the temple is held in place by an ingenious system of canals that prevent the earth from becoming waterlogged.