Egypt beyond the pyramids

Uses modern equipment and computer technology to look at previously unfilmed archaeological sites, including the Tomb of Ramses II, the Abydos Boat Graves, and the skeletons at Mendes.

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"Beyond the pyramids"@en
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"Examines recent discoveries that have altered our understanding of ancient Egypt. Includes footage of major sites and artifacts."
"Documentaire over het oude Egypte."
"Uses modern equipment and computer technology to look at previously unfilmed archaeological sites, including the Tomb of Ramses II, the Abydos Boat Graves, and the skeletons at Mendes."
"Uses modern equipment and computer technology to look at previously unfilmed archaeological sites, including the Tomb of Ramses II, the Abydos Boat Graves, and the skeletons at Mendes."@en
"Explores what archaeology can tell us about life in ancient Egypt and looks at the ongoing investigations of archaeologists. Vol. 1 focuses on the history of several great temples, such as the temple at Karnak, and the current efforts to restore and preserve these temples. Vol. 2 explores Kent Weeks' discovery in 1987 of tomb KV5, the largest tomb in the Valley of the Kings and resting place of the children of Ramesses II. Vol. 3 examines the daily life of the common people and looks at the results of fieldwork at Mendes and Deir El Medina. Addresses topics such as diet, sanitation, and the role of women in ancient Egypt. Vol. 4 investigates the ancient Egyptians' views on death and the afterlife, as well as the rituals and rites, such as mummification, associated with burials."@en
"Mansions of the spirits visits some of the most important surviving Egyptian sanctuaries, including the Great Temple of Karnak and the Deir El Bahari of Queen Hatshepsut. It also features footage of the ongoing efforts to restore and preserve these monuments. The Great pharaoh and his lost children examines the largest tomb in the Valley of the Kings. Kent Weeks, whose team has been excavating the site for five years, explains the importance of the discovery. Daily life of the Egyptians details the many discoveries made in the port city of Mendes and in the village of Deir El Medina. These discoveries provide a glimpse into the lives of the workers who toiled in the Valley of the Kings. Death and the journey to immortality examines the latest findings about Egyptian funerary and burial practices. Sacred hieroglyphs provide a map for the soul's journey through the afterlife, while doctors offer a detailed look at how priests prepared the body for its final journey."@en
"Mansions of the spirits visits some of the most important surviving Egyptian sanctuaries, including the Great Temple of Karnak and the Deir El Bahari of Queen Hatshepsut. It also features footage of the ongoing efforts to restore and preserve these monuments. The Great pharaoh and his lost children examines the largest tomb in the Valley of the Kings. Kent Weeks, whose team has been excavating the site for five years, explains the importance of the discovery. Daily life of the Egyptians details the many discoveries made in the port city of Mendes and in the village of Deir El Medina. These discoveries provide a glimpse into the lives of the workers who toiled in the Valley of the Kings. Death and the journey to immortality examines the latest findings about Egyptian funerary and burial practices. Sacred hieroglyphs provide a map for the soul's journey through the afterlife, while doctors offer a detailed look at how priests prepared the body for its final journey."
"State-of-the-art archaeological equipment and computer technology propel an exploration of ancient Egypt. Features the first filmed visits to such sites as the tomb of Ramses II, the Abydos Boat Graves, and the skeletons at Mendes."@en
"State-of-the-art archaeological equipment and computer technology propel an exploration of ancient Egypt. Features the first filmed visits to such sites as the tomb of Ramses II, the Abydos Boat Graves, and the skeletons at Mendes."