The Bamiyan Valley north west of the Afghan capital Kabul lies on the old silk trading route that ran from China to western Asia. It is known for its two giant statues of Buddha.

Hatshepsut was a powerful female pharaoh of Ancient Egypt who used effective propaganda to ensure a long and prosperous rule. She ruled 18th dynasty Egypt from c. 1479 – 1458 BCE. Timestamps: 0:00 Early Life 1:57 Claiming the Throne 6:53...

I'm an artist that uses photoshop to bring old images and statues into the modern day. Let’s talk about Cleopatra, one of the most enigmatic figures of ancient history. She was the first Ptolemaic ruler of Egypt to even speak the...

Discover the ancient rock carvings of Dazu in Chongqing, China, a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing over 60,000 figures from Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism.

Explore the history and grandeur of Leipzig's monument commemorating the pivotal 1813 battle against Napoleon.<br/>

Embark on a captivating historical tour of Bratislava's Old Town in Slovakia. Discover the rich heritage, cultural landmarks, and architectural gems that define this charming European city. Immerse yourself in the captivating stories and...

Hatshepsut was a powerful female pharaoh of Ancient Egypt who used effective propaganda to ensure a long and prosperous rule. She ruled 18th dynasty Egypt from c. 1479 – 1458 BCE. Timestamps: 0:00 Early Life 1:57 Claiming the Throne 6:53...

Communities Long Ago takes students back in time. Students will embark on a journey to early Native American communities, Colonial towns, and early American cities, exploring the evolution of communities throughout history. They will...

Origin of Everything takes a field trip to Washington, D.C. and explores the painful history and legacy of America's Civil War. Danielle looks at Confederate and Union Civil War monuments and what spurred their construction after the war.

Classicist Richard Janko (Michigan) relates the pivotally impactful religious factors behind the disastrous Athenian invasion of Sicily during the Peloponnesian War.

John Talks about the ethics of pulling down a statue. Is it protest? Is it effective? Let’s see!

How to Survive in Ancient Rome? : Life in the Roman Empire, Daily Life of an Ancient Roman

You may have seen the memes about "biblically-accurate angels." These memes often emphasize the weird, visionary creatures mentioned in the Hebrew Bible. Technically, though, 'biblically-accurate' angels also just look like humans.

This video explores five fun facts about Diwali.

This video is answering the question of what sort of festival is Songkran.

This video is answering the question of what is Rangoli.

This video explores five fun facts about Songkran.

Egypt's Ministry of Antiquities has announced that dozens of mummified cats and wooden cat statues have been discovered in the ancient city of Memphis, Egypt.

When Aaron went to Malaysia to learn about medical tourism, he became a medical tourist himself after he was mugged by a monkey. The monkey stole Aaron's glasses, and he had to have new ones made. It turned out to be pretty easy!...

Pele_ Castle has a 3,200-square-metre floor plan with over 170 rooms, many with dedicated themes from world cultures. Themes vary by function or by style (Florentine, Turkish, Moorish, French, Imperial); all the rooms are extremely...

Like the Egyptians, the ancient Chinese believed the items they took with them to the grave would accompany them into the afterlife. But instead of burying actual people with him underground, the emperor created clay reproductions of...

In the 12th century, a castle was built on this site. Two centuries later, in 1392, King Charles VI turned the County of Valois into a Duchy and gave it to his brother Louis, Duke of Orleans. From 1393 to his death in 1407, the latter...

Between 1380 and 1404, it was converted into a church used as the chapel of Florence's powerful craft and trade guilds. On the ground floor of the square building are the 13th-century arches that originally formed the loggia of the grain...

I'm an artist that brings history back to life by creating famous figures from the past in the modern day, as well as creating facial reconstructions and recreations. Alexander the Great is famous for never losing a battle and being...