THE SECRET OF THE STONES

On the trail of History

Synopsis

This series is about the Mediterranean and Middle East's most significant archeological landmarks and the history that presided over their construction, development, and ultimate decline.

Through findings shared by prestigious archeologists and with the help of CGI, we finally see these monuments as they were built and revisit the great civilizations of Mesopotamia, Pharaonic Egypt, Ancient Greece, and the Roman Empire.

We relive the cornerstones of History, such as the development of mythical cities, the invention of the alphabet, and the belligerent crusades.

Episodes

• GERASA AND VOLUBILIS, DAUGHTERS OF ROME
• MARI, THE ORIGINS OF THE CITY
• THEBES, THE RIVERBANKS OF ETERNITY
• TRANSJORDAN, THE CLASH OF BELIEFS
• THE GREEK STAKES
• OUGARIT, THE ALPHABET CITY
• DAMAS, THE OLDEST CAPITAL
• THE LEVANTINE GUARDIANS