Expedition Unknown Season 2 Episode 14 Africa's Gold Hoard
- TVPG
- January 13, 2016
- 41 min
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6.5 (50)
In Expedition Unknown season 2 episode 14, titled Africa's Gold Hoard, host Josh Gates sets out on an adventure to uncover the truth behind one of history's greatest treasure hunts. In the heart of Africa, lies a mystery that has baffled treasure hunters for centuries. A vast hoard of gold is rumored to be hidden deep within one of the most treacherous landscapes of the continent. Josh sets out to follow in the footsteps of the original treasure seekers, hoping to uncover the gold and the secrets behind its hiding place.
Josh's journey starts in Ethiopia, where he is greeted by a team of experts who will help him navigate through the harsh African terrain. With the help of these experts, Josh locates an ancient mine that dates back to the Roman era. The mine is believed to have been the source for the legendary gold hoard. Josh's team, including archaeologists and geologists, examines the mine, searching for clues that could lead them to the hidden gold.
As Josh travels deeper into the Ethiopian wilderness, he encounters various challenges that tests his survival skills. From navigating treacherous rapids to scaling rough terrains, Josh faces several obstacles along the way. As he journeys through the wilderness, Josh discovers the cultural significance of gold in African communities, which in turn sheds light on how this gold hoard could be connected to the wider history of the continent.
To uncover the gold hoard, Josh follows a route that was originally taken by Italian colonizers in the early 1900s. These colonizers, along with several expeditions before and after them, sought to locate the legendary gold. Josh traverses the same path, hoping to find what they could not. Along the way, he discovers fascinating landmarks that were left behind, including ancient monasteries and abandoned towns that were once bustling with prospectors and settlers.
As Josh continues his journey, he answers some of the unanswered questions about the gold hoard. Was the hoard ever discovered, or is it still waiting to be found? What happened to the many expeditions that sought to locate this treasure? And what could the discovery of this gold mean for Africa and its people today?
Africa's Gold Hoard is a thrilling episode of Expedition Unknown that will captivate viewers with its rich historical and cultural insights, stunning visuals of the African landscape, and the pursuit of one of the world's greatest treasures that has resisted discovery for decades. Josh Gates' intrepid spirit and engaging personality make him the perfect guide for this exciting quest, and his team of experts provide fascinating insights into the different aspects of African culture, history, and geography.