Ancient Invisible Cities

The Acropolis in Virtual Reality

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Professor Darius Arya explores one of Ancient Athens’ most important sacred temples in virtual reality: the Erechtheion, which sits on the Acropolis.

Aired: 08/29/18

Rating: TV-PG

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Hippodrome Cistern

Host Darius Arya goes underground into an improvised Roman water reservoir.

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Hippodrome Cistern

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Ancient Invisible Cities

Episode 3 Preview

Professor Darius Arya uncovers the often-invisible treasures of Istanbul, Turkey.

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Episode 3 Preview

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Ancient Invisible Cities

Ayazma

Deep below a modern carpet shop, Darius Arya finds an ancient holy well.

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Ayazma

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Ancient Invisible Cities

Bucoleon Palace

Host Darius Arya explores the remains of the Great Palace of Constantine.

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Bucoleon Palace

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Ancient Invisible Cities

Babylon Roman Fortress

Below a church in Old Cairo is hidden a remarkable Roman Fortress.

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Babylon Roman Fortress

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Ancient Invisible Cities

Saqqara - The First Pyramid

The stepped pyramid of Saqqara was the first pyramid ever built.

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Saqqara - The First Pyramid

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Ancient Invisible Cities

Inside the Great Pyramid

Darius Arya uses virtual reality to explore the Great Pyramid.

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Inside the Great Pyramid

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Ancient Invisible Cities

Episode 2 Preview

Darius Arya uses 3D scans to reveal the secrets of Cairo.

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Episode 2 Preview

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Ancient Invisible Cities

Episode 1 Preview

Darius Arya uses 3D scans to reveal the secrets of ancient Athens, the home of democracy.

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Episode 1 Preview

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The Ancient Silver Mines of Laurion

Professor Darius Arya explores inside an ancient silver mine.

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The Ancient Silver Mines of Laurion

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Ancient Invisible Cities

Athens' Hidden City Walls

Inside a modern multi-story parking lot is a remarkable section of Athens' city walls.

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Athens' Hidden City Walls

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Ancient Invisible Cities

Trailer

View architectural jewels of three ancient cities through 3D scans.

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