Blowing Up History - Season 3 - Eps 13: Egypt's Lost Skyscrapers
A ground-breaking experiment reveals how ancient Egyptians built the giant obelisks of Thebes; new discoveries at this holy site could explain why these mysterious marvels triggered the downfall of the pharaohs and the end of Egypt's golden age.
About Blowing Up History
Title: Blowing Up History
First Air Date: 2016-07-26
Last Air Date: 2023-07-09
Status: Returning Series
Rating: 5.8/10 (from 4 votes)
Language: EN
Seasons: 6
Total Episodes: 94
Network: Discovery
Genres: Documentary
Production Companies: Windfall Films
Synopsis
Some of the most iconic and historic buildings of the ancient and medieval worlds are examined by 'blow apart' CGI animation to reveal how these structures were built. Using the latest archaeological investigations combined with X-Ray and LiDar scanning technologies, the series delves into the myths and mysteries behind ancient civilizations and the structures they built.
