Discover the secrets of the Alhambra’s defences and explore the watchtower – the anchor for the planned Muslim fortress.
(02:57)How did the Alhambra get water for survival? Find out how the practical uses of water created a beautiful oasis in the heart...
(02:58)Discover how the Nabutian builders of Petra transported water through the scorching desert using terracotta pipes, and...
(02:59)Al Khazneh is Petra’s architectural highlight. Find out about the engineering genius behinds its construction and who...
(04:59)The most iconic element of St Paul’s is the mighty dome of St Paul’s, topped by a gold cross 111 metres above the ground....
(02:59)Discover the secrets behind the building of St Paul’s Cathedral, one of the iconic landmarks of London and how its...
(04:52)Discover the intricate detail of mosaics, gold and marble that went into the lavish decoration of Hagia Sophia.
(03:00)How did the residents of Machu Picchu get the water needed to survive in a hostile, mountainous, environment? Find out how...
(02:59)Home to more than 1 million people in the twelfth century and larger than any European Cathedral, Angkor Wat remains one of...
(00:53)Laterite, a ‘magic stone,’ was massively important in the construction of Angkor Wat, plus, we uncover the difficulties...
(03:00)Find out why the gigantic moat surrounding Angkor Wat was so important in the construction of this ancient megastructure,...
(03:00)What was Sir Christopher Wren’s best building? Find out what building trumps St. Paul’s Cathedral as his major...
(01:19)Discover how the pyramids, Victorian railways and Wembley stadium are all connected. Confused? Alistair Lenczner from...
(01:19)The theological implications of this important biblical document are explored by scholars and scientists.
(01:04)During an interview with National Geographic to discuss the upcoming Stonehenge Decoded special, Nigel Tufnel opens up about...
(01:29)Watch Nigel Tufnel's unorthodox theory on how Stonehenge was built with the help of dinosaur saliva and why aliens didn't...
(01:40)Explore the latest, fantastic finds around Stonehenge that have amazed experts – and could re-write the history books.
(03:07)Was Stonehenge the ‘Lourdes’ of its day? It’s an alternative idea that our expert Mike Parker Pearson thinks could be in...
(01:50)Many believe that the ancient stones not only marked, but predicted astronomical phenomena. Find out why the alignments of...
(02:13)Go behind the scenes with Chris Barrie during the making of Britain's Greatest Machines.
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