The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World by Bettany Hughes

2025
Returning Series
Documentary
~44m / ep
1 season
7.0/10

Renowned historian and Wanderlust contributing editor Bettany Hughes is back on our screens with Seven Wonders of The Ancient World – and the series will make use of augmented reality (AR), allowing viewers to explore the lost sites.

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Latest: Season 1 · 2025

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E1. The Great Pyramid of Giza and the Lighthouse of Alexandria
Aug 2, 2025 · 44m
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.
E2. Colossus of Rhodes/Statue of Zeus
Aug 9, 2025 · 44m
Bettany embarks on an extraordinary journey through Greece, exploring the tales of two ancient wonders: the Colossus of Rhodes and the Statue of Zeus
E3. Halicarnassus/Hanging Gardens of Babylon/Temple of Artemis
Aug 16, 2025 · 44m
On a breathtaking journey along Turkey's west coast, Bettany reimagines the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon and Temple of Artemis