The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World by Bettany Hughes - Season 1

First aired: 8/2/2025 3 episodes
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Episodes

Episode 1

1. The Great Pyramid of Giza and the Lighthouse of Alexandria

Aired: 8/2/2025

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.

Episode 2

2. Colossus of Rhodes/Statue of Zeus

Aired: 8/9/2025

Bettany embarks on an extraordinary journey through Greece, exploring the tales of two ancient wonders: the Colossus of Rhodes and the Statue of Zeus

Episode 3

3. Halicarnassus/Hanging Gardens of Babylon/Temple of Artemis

Aired: 8/16/2025

On a breathtaking journey along Turkey's west coast, Bettany reimagines the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon and Temple of Artemis