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The Architects of Ancient Arabia

Discovery Channel takes a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most important discoveries of modern history as expert teams uncover clues that reposition the global understanding and significance of ancient Arabia. Unearthing the previously unknown aspects of the ancient history of Saudi Arabia, experts uncover traces of a society from more than 7,000 years ago. Archeologists unearth evidence for an ancient ritual, completely unexpected and extraordinary as they continue to piece together Al Ula's rich history in time to welcome guests from around the world, as specialist teams seek to decipher the activities associated with ancient stone structures, with their findings aiding to deepen the historical legacy of the country, and of ancient Arabia. Using multiple modern technologies to record tens of thousands of sites, they choose some to explore in greater detail, to begin piecing together a new chapter in the story of human civilisation. 'The Architects of Ancient Arabia' reveals star

English
  • Originally Aired March 31, 2021
  • Runtime 42 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG Great Britain PG
  • Network Discovery
  • Notes Is a season finale
  • Created December 20, 2022 by
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  • Modified December 20, 2022 by
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Name Type Role
Joseph Sousa Director
Jeremy Irons Actor Narrator