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It's one of life's most confounding mysteries: what happens to people after they die; from heaven and hell to resurrection and reincarnation, exploring the remarkable possibilities of life after death.
There are some strongholds built to protect the sacred; there are others used for more sinister purposes; uncover the stories behind some of the world's most imposing structures.
From the strict, brutal codes of Hammurabi and the Samurai to the secretly malevolent evil eye and Voodoo dolls, history is full of stories of acts committed in the name of revenge.
Legendary beasts are believed to roam the earth and the seas, terrorizing, killing, and even possessing humans; but are these creatures merely metaphors or is there proof they've actually been unleashed to wreak havoc?
For centuries, secret codes have been embedded in sacred texts, paintings, and even etched into the earth itself; uncovering the stories behind these cryptic messages, those who endeavored to decipher them, and the secrets they may reveal.
From the legendary blades of ancient kings to a divine arsenal said to annihilate monsters, history is filled with tales of iconic sacred weapons.
From a grand basilica in Vatican City and the towering monuments of Ancient Egypt to a Biblical tower and a lost city in the clouds of Peru, we uncover their construction, purpose and the enduring mysteries they hold.
For millennia, plagues, curses, droughts and the violent destruction of cities have been blamed on the wrath of angry gods; exploring if these divine punishments were mere myth, or there is any proof they are based on real events.
Since the dawn of humanity, rituals have marked our passage from life to death; from the burials of biblical heroes, to an Egyptian guide to the afterlife, to prehistoric mummification and fiery funerals.
Archaeologists have spent centuries searching for the legendary locations of holy births, deaths, miracles and wars; we explore the stories behind these lost sacred sites and the incredible endeavors to find them.
For centuries, powerful artifacts have sparked wars, inspired legends and shaped empires; from divine weapons, to formidable places, to sacred relics, these are the incredible stories of the world's most mighty marvels.
In the Bible, there are two arks, each designed by God himself; both the Ark of the Covenant and Noah's Ark were built to protect, before they were lost to history; researchers have been searching for both for centuries.
The quest for immortality has captivated and confounded people for thousands of years, from the healing powers of the Holy Grail used by Jesus at the Last Supper, to the elusive Fountain of Youth and the storied philosopher's stone.
Relics from the crucifixion of Jesus Christ have fascinated the faithful for 2000 years, from the wooden cross and iron nails, to the crown of thorns and Spear of Destiny; analyzing if these sacred artifacts still exist and where are they.
For millennia, there has been speculation about how the world will end, from the detailed account in the Book of Revelation, to the prophecies foretold by Nostradamus; a look into whether any of these predictions could come true.
The legendary treasures of the Copper Scroll, King Solomon's mines, and the Syamantaka Gem have captivated the world for centuries, exploring if these vast fortunes still be out there, waiting to be discovered.
Most of the world's holiest places sit in plain sight, able to be seen and experienced, but there are some hidden deep underground.
England's Stonehenge and the Moai statues of Easter Island have inspired awe for centuries; marveling at their ambitious construction and at the determination of the people who built them.
Ancient cultures around the world have aroused fascination and provoked fear with curses and objects used to conjure them like rings, tablets and stones.