Bettany Hughes' Treasures of the World (2021) is a documentary web series in English. On New MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch Bettany Hughes' Treasures of the World online in HD.
Bettany Hughes' Treasures of the World — Storyline
Bettany Hughes take viewers on armchair travels to explore household-name treasures and new finds from across the world.
Cast & Crew
- Starring: Bettany Hughes
Bettany Hughes' Treasures of the World — Series Details
| First Air Date | 2021-08-28 |
| Seasons | 4 |
| Episodes | 26 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Network | Channel 4 |
| Status | Returning Series |
| Rating | 6.5/10 (2 votes) |
Bettany Hughes' Treasures of the World — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: Treasures of Greece (2021-08-28) — The historian presents a guide to ancient artefacts from around the world. The first episode focuses on Greece, including a visit to the archaeological dig at the site of Alexander
- E2: Treasures of Malta (2021-09-04) — The historian travels to Malta in search of ancient artefacts, and leads the first TV crew to be allowed to film in the Hypogeum, a recently discovered underground temple that prov
- E3: Gibraltar (2021-09-18) — The historian explores Gibraltar, encountering the world's first evidence of Neanderthal art, and handles the first report of Admiral Nelson's death in the Gibraltar Chronicle. She
- E4: Mediterranean Islands (2021-09-25) — Bettany embarks on a Mediterranean voyage, beginning at its mouth with a recently discovered mask of Medusa, identified from fragments in Gorham's Cave on Gibraltar. Charting a cou
- E5: Istanbul (2021-10-02) — The historian visits a dig in Istanbul containing artefacts from multiple eras, and follows in the footsteps of one of her heroes, Byzantine empress Theodora. She visits the restor
Season 2
- E1: Arabia (2023-02-11) — Bettany visits the Red Sea, with its outstanding corals and marine life, the desert camps of Bedouin tribes, and Petra, the stunning city of temples and tombs carved into the rose-
- E2: Jordan (2023-02-18) — Bettany explores three biblical sites in Jordan: Bethany Beyond the Jordan, the Dead Sea, and Machaerus, where John the Baptist was imprisoned and killed
- E3: Cyprus (2023-02-25) — Bettany explores Aphrodite's cult, and visits her sanctuary at Palaepaphos. And in the stunning Troodos Mountains, she also discovers Byzantine churches linked to the Crusaders.
- E4: Turkey: Sea and Secrets (2023-03-04) — In Bodrum, Bettany gains unprecedented access to the tomb of a 4th century BCE dynasty leader, and investigates exciting new developments at the world-famous site of Troy.
- E5: Turkey: Delights of the East (2023-03-18) — In Turkey, Bettany visits the underground cave cities of Cappadocia and the 10,000-year-old temple and settlement at Göbeklitepe. In the east of the country, she visits Urfa, one o
- E6: Albania (2023-03-25) — In mountainous Albania, Bettany visits epic fortress towns and breath-taking archaeological sites and finds a richly diverse history and culture
- E7: Oman (2023-04-01) — Bettany uncovers a society which grew rich by selling copper, and visits the crowning glory of Bronze Age Oman: mysterious 5000-year-old beehive-shaped tombs
- E8: Azerbaijan (2023-04-08) — In Gobustan, Bettany uncovers 40,000-year-old rock art. Then she heads to Shaki, an important stop for merchants travelling on the ancient Silk Road.
Season 3
- E1: Adriatic Albania (2024-04-06) — Bettany Hughes visits the ancient Roman ports of Oricum and Apollonia before traveling to the mountains bordering North Macedonia. She joins a team of archaeologists who uncover tr
- E2: Estonia (2024-04-13) — Bettany Hughes travels to Estonia. On board a ferry, Bettany travels to Saaremaa – Estonia's "Viking Island" – and discovers a sacred burial site with traces of human sacrifice. Ba
- E3: Georgia (2024-04-20) — In Georgia, Bettany explores the mythical quest of Jason and the Argonauts, and learns the story of Tamar: the queen who became a king.
- E4: Bulgaria (2024-04-27) — In this episode, Bettany Hughes travels to Bulgaria. In Varna on the Black Sea she sees a 6,000-year-old gold treasure and presents the life of people in one of Europe's earliest c
- E5: Azerbaijan (2024-05-04) — In this episode, Bettany Hughes travels the legendary Silk Road in Azerbaijan. Your adventure begins in Khinalig, the highest and most beautiful mountain village in the Greater Cau
- E6: The Eastern Mediterranean (2024-05-11) — From Albania to Turkey and Greece, Bettany encounters the earliest evidence of human government, the birthplace of Alexander the Great, and the pirate queen who took on the Roman E
Season 4
- E1: Croatia: Gifts of The Sea (2025-10-11) — Around coastal Croatia, Bettany explores the wonders of Korčula, Dubrovnik and Split, from Diocletian's palace and legends of Richard the Lionheart to sampling the local oysters
- E2: Uzbekistan: The Golden Road (2025-10-18) — From Samarkand and the heart of the silk road, Bettany journeys through Uzbekistan, uncovering new finds and encountering ancient sun worship and Zoroastrian funeral rites
- E3: Bulgaria, Land of Roses (2025-10-25) — Bettany explores underwater ruins and prehistoric paintings in Bulgaria, and visits remnants of the Roman and Ottoman eras and a festival celebrating Thracian heritage and the dama
- E4: Switzerland: Stories Through Time (2025-11-01) — In the land of 10,000 mountains, Bettany explores Alpine legends, ancient clocks in Bern, William Tell, Lake Lucerne and cheese making in Gstaad.
- E5: Rhodes: Island of Light (2025-11-08) — Bettany explores the rich diverse heritage of Rhodes – from a luxury holiday spot for the Romans, to a stronghold for the Knights of St John, and an ancient Jewish enclave.
- E6: Oman: Shaped by the Sea (2025-11-15) — In Oman on the Arabian Peninsula, Bettany investigates an ancient cold case and the life of a ‘Desert Lord’ – with camel markets, Bedu traditions and signs of sailors from 8000 yea
- E7: Hidden Estonia: Land of Fire and Ice (2025-11-22) — In Estonia, Bettany meets a prehistoric teen, explores a 16th-century shipwreck, visits a mystical sauna and tries a viper-infused spirit and Christmas in January.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does Bettany Hughes' Treasures of the World have? 4 season(s) with 26 episodes.
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