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Ancient Egypt: Chronicles of an Empire

Ancient Egypt: Chronicles of an Empire

Ancient Egypt: Chronicles of an Empire

2022 1 Seasons 8 Episodes ⭐ 7.7 Documentary

Around 5000 years ago, one of the largest and most powerful empires in history emerged on the Nile – Ancient Egypt. This mysterious era continues to fascinate us. In eight episodes, this series shows the unique achievements of the ancient Egyptians in government, culture, and society. International scientists and researchers decode the facets of this advanced civilisation. The first territorial state in history was founded more than 3000 years ago – making it older than any nation in existence today. Crises keep dividing the region and causing chaos, and it is these phases that the people on the Nile fear the most. They know that only order and stability can lead to prosperity. Egyptians are given a sense of identity and unity by their diverse cultures.

Around 5000 years ago, one of the largest and most powerful empires in history emerged on the Nile – Ancient Egypt. This mysterious era continues to fascinate us. In eight episodes, this series shows the unique achievements of the ancient Egyptians in government, culture, and society. International scientists and researchers decode the facets of this advanced civilisation. The first territorial state in history was founded more than 3000 years ago – making it older than any nation in existence today. Crises keep dividing the region and causing chaos, and it is these phases that the people on the Nile fear the most. They know that only order and stability can lead to prosperity. Egyptians are given a sense of identity and unity by their diverse cultures.

Seasons & Episodes

EP 1

Lifeline Nile

The Nile is Egypt’s lifeline. Its water transforms parched soils into productive farmland. The first houses and settle

EP 2

Gods and Kings

Gods and Kings rule over ancient Egypt. They are omnipresent, leading the country into deep crises and to unimagined gre

EP 3

Metropolises

In the realm of the pharaohs, some of mankind's oldest and largest cities are emerging. An urban revolution that has lo

EP 4

Cult of the Dead

Ancient Egypt is famous for its cult of the dead. Tomb complexes, mummies and fabulous treasures fire people's imaginati

EP 5

Pyramids

Nothing represents the unique advanced civilization of ancient Egypt more than the pyramids. Much about them is still a

EP 6

Women and Power

Women in ancient Egypt held a special fascination, even for their contemporaries. They enjoy a form of equality unparall

EP 7

Wars

Ever since Upper and Lower Egypt were united by warlike means around 3100 B.C., the military played a major role in the

EP 8

Downfall

How did Egypt climb to its last period of splendor under the Ptolemies? And why did the empire nevertheless fall under t

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