The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World by Bettany Hughes – Season 1
2025
3 Episodes
Episodes
S01E01
The Great Pyramid of Giza and the Lighthouse of Alexandria
Bettany begins with The Great Pyramid of Giza: the eternal resting place of King Khufu. Next is the Pharos Lighthouse: its beam guiding seafarers to safety and said to be visible over 30 miles away.
02 Aug 202544m
S01E02
Colossus of Rhodes/Statue of Zeus
Bettany embarks on an extraordinary journey through Greece, exploring the tales of two ancient wonders: the Colossus of Rhodes and the Statue of Zeus
09 Aug 202544m
S01E03
Halicarnassus/Hanging Gardens of Babylon/Temple of Artemis
On a breathtaking journey along Turkey's west coast, Bettany reimagines the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon and Temple of Artemis
16 Aug 202544m