"Wonders of the Ancient World" explores some of the world's most remarkable historic treasures in Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas. This far-reaching series features fantastic monuments such as the Pyramids, the Acropolis and the Taj Mahal, and investigates fascinating people such as the Maya, Inca and Ashanti. Through wonderful footage of World Heritage Sites as identified by UNESCO (the United Nations Educational, Scientific & Cultural Organization) for their lasting value to humanity, modern students will get a glimpse of the world's rich and diverse cultural history.
Ancient Greece
Journey to a land filled with the places around which the ancient mythological tales were spun in this in-depth look at historical Greece, from Delos, the birthplace of Apollo, to Delphi, site of the great oracle shrine and the religious center of the ancient Greeks. Students will also get an up-close look at the legendary Acropolis, symbol of ancient Greece at the height of its power, and explore Epidaurus, the theater that is considered one of the purest masterpieces of Greek architecture.