The Greatest Engineering Breakthroughs Of The Ancient World
317Discover the astonishing engineering prowess of ancient civilizations, from the icnoic Roman Colosseum to the unbelievable Hanging Temple of Hengshan. This documentary explores how foundational breakthroughs from early engineers, using only simple tools, laid the groundwork for modern achievements. Witness the unimaginable scale and precision of these historical marvels and understand their lasting impact on our world.
00:00 Intro
03:30 Ostrov Well
11:45 Persian Yakhchals
17:53 Basilica Cistern
27:14 Palace of Ardashir
40:40 Theater of Epidauros
55:33 Ziggurat of Ur
1:04:10 Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela
1:09:42 Masada
1:17:06 Hanging Temple of Hengshan
1:24:02 Petra
1:34:37 Jetavanaramaya Stupa
1:46:26 Stadium at Olympia
1:52:57 Greek Hippodromes & Roman Circus
1:57:13 Amphitheater of Pompeii
2:05:58 The Colosseum
2:35:51 Primitive Stone Tools
2:40:40 Atlatl
2:44:00 Roman Pilum
2:49:51 The Bow and Arrow
2:57:22 The Longbow
3:02:00: The Crossbow
3:08:44 Gunpowder
3:11:49 Cannons
3:24:51 Gold Panning
3:29:07 Egyptian Gold Mining
3:41:50 Varna Necropolis
3:51:33 World's First Coinage
3:59:15 Roman Hushing
4:06:39 Gold Plating
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