Ancient Apocalypse
Why do civilisations collapse? Follow archaeologists as they examine ruins across the world and uncover the reasons why some of history's greatest civilisations vanished.
Director: Kim Lask
Doggerland
Eight thousand years ago, Doggerland, a lush paradise, was wiped out by a single devastating event; archaeology is slowly revealing the secrets of this Stone Age Eden.
Sodom and Gomorrah
Did the city of Sodom ever exist? At Tall el-Hammam in modern-day Jordan, archaeologists have uncovered a once-thriving Bronze Age city that they believe could be Sodom.
The Lost City of Helike
In 373 BCE, the Greek city of Helike disappeared beneath the waves; according to legend, Poseidon destroyed the city. It's similar to the myth of another ancient civilisation - Atlantis.
Akkadian Empire
In 2334 BCE, the Akkadians conquered and united the Sumerian city state kingdoms to create the world's first empire; archaeologists try to find out how they became so powerful and…
The Mystery of the Sea People
In 1200 BCE, the Bronze Age period of history collapsed - what was to blame? Evidence points to waves of marauders who became known as the Sea People - could…
The Maya Civilization
From around 900 CE, the Maya's luck ran out and their great cities were largely abandoned; archaeologists are looking for any clues to help explain the spectacular collapse of the…
