Secrets of Egypt's Valley of the Kings

Synopsis

International teams of Egyptologists unearth the world's richest seam of ancient archaeology, in Egypt's Valley of the Kings.

First Air Date: 2019-03-24

Last Air Date: 2020-04-04

Number of Seasons: 2

Number of Episodes: 6

Networks: Channel 4

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Ep. 1: Tutankhamun's Treasures (2019-03-24)

Archaeologists unlock the mysteries of Tutankhamun, unearthing a long-lost box of treasures from inside his tomb, and revealing why his resting place remained hidden for thousands of years.
Ep. 2: Warrior Queen (2019-03-31)

Archaeologists reveal the mysteries of one of Egypt's greatest female pharaohs, Hatshepsut. The discovery of a sphinx in an ancient quarry sparks an investigation that leads to the temple of Karnak, while analysis of mummified body parts found in a tomb brings up new evidence concerning the lives of women in ancient Egypt.
Ep. 3: Tomb Raiders (2019-04-07)

An archaeological team makes a discovery that exposes a state-sanctioned looting scandal, while in Cairo, experts in antiquities work with Interpol to crack down on the black market trade in stolen relics. A dig run by Spanish archaeologists makes an unusual discovery - a 3000-year-old mummified heart.
Ep. 4: Decoding the Afterlife (2019-04-14)

Archaeologists find new evidence about how the ancient Egyptians prepared for the afterlife, including a sacred text found in the tomb of the great Pharaoh Seti I which was believed to guarantee life after death. An expedition unearths a sealed tomb that has lain untouched for 4000 years, and discovers disturbing evidence of the lengths grave robbers will go to in search of treasure.