Greatest Mysteries Ever

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From ancient tombs and the fall of nations to biblical legends and unexplained phenomena, uncover the truth behind some of history's greatest mysteries.
The Ten Plagues: A Greek Curse?
S2 E1

The ten plagues of Egypt are supposedly sent by God to convince Pharaoh to free the Israelites; some scientists link these events to a volcanic eruption or climate change; could these be natural occurrences or are they divine warnings?

Ancient Rome: Fall or Pushed?
S2 E2

The Roman Empire fell in the year 476, yet questions linger; did it truly fall or does it continue as the Byzantine Empire? What caused its demise? The debate remains controversial even among modern historians.

The Incas: A Sudden Fall
S2 E3

In 1532, Spanish conquistadors encounter the advanced Inca Empire; despite their sophisticated infrastructure, the Inca falls within decades; the story of how a powerful empire is overtaken by a small group of conquistadors remains mysterious.

Tutankhamun: Lifting the Curse
S2 E4

Tutankhamun, Egypt's teenage pharaoh, leaves an enduring legacy in the 10 short years he ruled; given questions surrounding his untimely death, Tutankhamun remains one of history's enigmas.

Noah's Ark: The Endless Quest
S2 E5

Explorers investigate the snow-covered Ararat Mountains for remains of Noah's Ark; two separate expeditions claim discoveries in different areas, fueling debates over the truth of the story.

El Dorado: Gold, Guns and Greed
S2 E6

El Dorado, the legendary city of gold, captivated Europeans in the 16th and 17th centuries, sparking endless quests for hidden treasures; fueled by greed, these expeditions led to the loss of countless lives.

Ramses II: The Greatest Pharaoh
S2 E7

Rameses II led Egypt through a sixty-year golden age as a powerful pharaoh; despite his recorded achievements, researchers investigate lingering mysteries regarding his wife Nefertari and his death.

Mary Magdalene: First Apostle
S2 E8

Mary Magdalene appears twelve times in the Gospels yet remains a controversial figure; this exploration examines the wide variety of depictions and the limited historical facts known about her.