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Secrets of the pyramids /

While some are concealed by obscure rainforests and others protrude out of the desert wilderness, pyramids throughout the world are a link to the understanding of ancient architecture, religion and society. The Giza Pyramids in Egypt were 'launch pads' for the Pharaoh's soul as he mad...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Bragard, Jean-Claude (Director, Producer), Harper, Kate (Narrator of educational films) (Narrator)
Format: Video
Language:English
Language Notes:In English.
Published: London, England : BBC Worldwide, 1999.
Series:Academic Video Online
Subjects:
Pyramids > Egypt.
Pyramids of Giza (Egypt)
Pyramids > Design and construction.
Pyramids > Central America.
Pyramids > Sudan.
Pyramids > China.
Pyramides > Égypte.
Pyramides de Gizeh (Égypte)
Pyramides > Amérique centrale.
Pyramides > Soudan.
Pyramides > Chine.
Pyramids
Pyramids > Design and construction
Central America
China
Egypt
Sudan
Educational films
Educational films.
Films éducatifs.
Online Access:Connect to this streaming video (Alexander Street Press)
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Summary:While some are concealed by obscure rainforests and others protrude out of the desert wilderness, pyramids throughout the world are a link to the understanding of ancient architecture, religion and society. The Giza Pyramids in Egypt were 'launch pads' for the Pharaoh's soul as he made his journey to the heavens. Pyramids in the Mayan rainforest are examples of sophisticated calendars. Secrets of the Pyramids examines the fascination surrounding pyramids and travels the globe to unravel some of their appeal. Are they immense images of power or did ancient men simply feel a need to build up to the skies to be nearer to the gods?
Item Description:Title from title screen (viewed December 08, 2021).
Physical Description:1 online resource (53 minutes)
Playing Time:00:52:25