Top 10 Secrets and Mysteries Season 1 Episode 7 Ancient Megastructures
- February 16, 2016
In episode 7 of Top 10 Secrets and Mysteries season 1, viewers are taken on an exploration of Ancient Megastructures. These are expansive structures that were built by ancient civilizations that have both baffled and impressed scientists and historians alike, for their size, complexity and the sheer amount of effort that went into their construction.
From the Great Wall of China to the Pyramids of Giza, the episode highlights 10 of the most noteworthy Ancient Megastructures that have stood the test of time. The show delves into the unique characteristics of each structure, such as the techniques used to build them, the purposes they served, and the cultural significance behind them.
Viewers get an in-depth glimpse of the Great Wall of China, which is made up of various walls and fortifications that run over 13,000 miles in length. The episode explores how the wall was built and its historical significance, including its role in protecting China's borders from the Mongol Empire. As the wall was originally built to serve a military purpose, it was essential to understand the strategic locations that would help to make it impregnable.
The episode also takes viewers to Egypt where the Pyramids of Giza are located. These are massive structures that have become one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The show looks at the tools and methods that the ancient Egyptians used to build these structures such as ramps, levers, sledges, and cranes. The technological advancement of the ancient people and their unparalleled ability to solve complex engineering challenges are emphasized.
Viewers are taken around the world to see other impressive structures, such as the Nazca Lines in Peru, built by the Nazca civilization about 2000 years ago, which are a series of figures and lines that stretch over 50 miles across the desert. The show examines the possible uses that the Nazcas may have had for the lines, and the significance they held in their cultural and religious practices.
Other structures showcased in the episode include the Colosseum in Rome, the Taj Mahal in India, and the Stonehenge in the United Kingdom, among others. The episode highlights the role these structures played in shaping civilizations and how they continue to attract millions of visitors every year for their enduring beauty and historical value.
As well as the historical context, the episode also shows us that these megastructures have also influenced more modern structures, such as railways, highways, and skyscrapers. These structures serve not only functional purposes but also as symbols of progress and engineering marvels that push boundaries.
Overall, the Ancient Megastructures episode of Top 10 Secrets and Mysteries season 1 takes viewers on a journey of wonder and awe as they explore some of the greatest architectural and engineering feats of ancient civilizations. By uncovering the secrets and mysteries of these structures, the episode provides insight into our past and ultimately our present.
