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Landmarks - Nimes Mosaics
NIMES MOSAICS SOMETIMES LANDMARK DISCOVERIES COME AT THE MOST UNEXPECTED TIME. RECENTLY ROUTINE BUILDING WORK IN THE HEART OF THE ANCIENT FRENCH TOWN OF N MES LED TO A UNIQUE AND FASCINATING DISCOVERY. WORK WAS TAKING PLACE ON AN...
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Landmarks - Abu Simbel
ABU SIMBEL WHEN PHARAOH RAMSES II CARVED TWO TEMPLES OUT OF SOLID ROCK AT A SITE ON THE WEST BANK OF THE NILE, THE SUN GODS AMUN-RA AND RA-HORAKHTE BLESSED THEM WITH AN ABUNDANCE OF LIGHT. SOUTH OF ASWAN IN THE LAND OF NUBIA, THEY ARE...
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Who Wrote the Bible? Episode 4: The Apocrypha
Who Wrote the Bible? Episode 4: The Apocrypha
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Landmarks - Angkor Wat
ANGKOR WAT FEW LANDMARKS ARE MORE CONFOUNDING OR MORE BEAUTIFUL THAN CAMBODIA S ANGKOR WAT. BUILT IN THE FIRST HALF OF THE 12TH CENTURY, ANGKOR WAT IS THE PRINCIPAL TEMPLE OF WHAT WAS ONCE A VAST METROPOLIS. IT IS LOCATED FIVE KILOMETRES...
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Landmarks - Parthenon
PARTHENON THE PARTHENON INATHENS IS ONE OF THE BEST-KNOWN LANDMARKS IN THE WORLD TOWERING OVER CENTRAL ATHENS ON ACROPOLIS HILL IT IS KNOWN TO BE ONE OF, IF NOT THE ACTUAL, BIRTH PLACE OF DEMOCRACY. BUILT AT THE HEIGHT OF GREEK...
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Landmarks - Stonehenge
STONEHENGE THE SUN IS REVEALED FROM BEHIND THE SCUDDING CLOUDS AND BATHES THE LICHEN COVERED STONES. THEY WERE DRAGGED HERE FROM THE MOUNTAINS OF WALES AND THE MARKS OF THE ANCIENT STONE CUTTERS ARE CLEARLY SEEN ESPECIALLY ON SOME THAT...
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Landmarks - Temple Mount
TEMPLE MOUNT THE TEMPLE MOUNT, ALSO KNOWN AS THE NOBLE SANCTUARY , IS A RELIGIOUS SITE IN THE OLD CITY OF JERUSALEM. IT S THE HOLIEST SITE FOR JUDAISM, BUT ALSO HOLDS GREAT SIGNIFICANCE IN THE MUSLIM AND CHRISTIAN WORLD. TODAY BOTH...
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Landmarks - Western Wall
WESTERN WALL IT S ABOUT THE MAKER OF LANDMARKS, GOD. THERE S NO DOUBT WHEN YOU WANT SOMETHING DONE, TAKE IT TO THE TOP AND APPARENTLY THAT S WHAT MANY PEOPLE HAVE DONE FOR GENERATIONS. HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF LETTERS ADDRESSED TO 'GOD';...
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Nemrut Dağ, Turkey's enigmatic temple tomb
Dive into the mystery of Nemrut Dağ, where colossal statues pay homage to a king and ancient gods.
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Wat Rong Khun, thailand's majestic white temple
Explore Wat Rong Khun, a unique temple in Thailand, where modern art meets traditional beliefs, symbolizing purity and enlightenment.
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Discover Tanah Lot, Bali's cherished sea temple
Explore Tanah Lot, a stunning sea temple in Bali built on a rock formation. Learn about its history, sea spirit worship, and local legends as you enjoy breathtaking views along the coast.
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History of Hanukkah for Kids | Bedtime History
With the holiday season upon us, learn more about the history of Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of lights, and the story of the daring Maccabees that took place during 160 B.C.
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Samurai for Kids | Bedtime History
Discover the legendary world of samurai in this captivating video! Journey back to feudal Japan and explore the fascinating lives of these elite warriors who lived by the code of Bushido. Learn about their rigorous training, the...
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The Parthenon: Geometry and Greek Architecture
Discover how the ancient Greeks used their mastery of geometry to create the Parthenon, a temple that symbolizes classical Greek architecture. Learn about the importance of symmetry and proportions in this iconic structure and its...
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Ascend Thailands Temple of the Rising Dragon
Embark on a journey to Wat Sam Phran, an extraordinary temple nestled in Thailand's Sam Phran district. Standing at 260ft tall, this pink shrine pays homage to the Buddhist faith and features a mysterious giant dragon encircling its...
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History and Composition of Comets
In this video, we explore comets, which are believed to be chunks of dirty ice left over from the formation of the solar system. Delve into the history of comets and the discovery of their highly elliptical orbits with long periods. The...
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The Ancient Temples of Egypt
Close to Egypt s southern border is the complex of ancient temples known as Abu Simbel. It was built more than 3,000 years ago by Ramesses II, on the western bank of the River Nile.
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Preserving the World's Cultural and Natural Heritage
This video discusses the establishment of the United Nations and its offshoot UNESCO, which focuses on preserving cultural and natural heritage sites around the world. It highlights the successful relocation of an ancient temple in Egypt...
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The Crazed Hunt for the Himalayan Yeti
Dr. Zarka examines the yeti’s origins, from Tibetan folklore and religion to the Westernized abominable snowman version. She explains how Buddhist beliefs, a series of intrepid 20th-century explorers, and a creatively translated word...
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Dive into the secrets of legends of the hidden temple
Uncover the intriguing behind-the-scenes facts of the classic 90s Nickelodeon game show, Legends of the Hidden Temple.
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A Midsummer Night's Dream 4.1 Interview: Demetrius, Hermia, Helena, Lysander
This video presents an insightful discussion with the characters Demetrius, Hermia, Helena, and Lysander from Act 4, Scene 1 of Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream." It explores the transformation in their relationships following...
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Why Are Cats Mythology’s Most Popular Creatures?
Not quite deities and definitely not human, cats have stalked our cultural imagination since ancient times. As demons, defenders, evil sidekicks, and sleek companions, they play many roles in culture and myth. But what makes cats so...
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Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, A Journey Through Devotion and Architecture
Discover the grandeur of Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, a pinnacle of Dravidian architecture and a key pilgrimage site in southern India.