Series 5Series 1Series 2Series 3Series 4Series 520255 EpisodesTV-PGWatch nowWatch trailerShareHistorian Bettany Hughes returns to explore more of humanity's most captivating stories. From the snowy peaks of Switzerland to the desert landscapes of Uzbekistan, Bettany's travels reveal how geography and history have shaped civilizations.View moreEpisodesDetailsE1: Turkey: Emerging from the EarthBettany Hughes embarks on an epic adventure across heritage-rich Turkey to explore its astounding archaeological wonders.7 Aug 202646 minTV-PGE2: Rhodes: Island of LightHistorian Bettany Hughes embarks on a captivating journey across the Greek island of Rhodes, uncovering its rich and diverse heritage.9 Nov 202547 minTV-PGE3: Croatia: Gifts of the SeaBettany Hughes begins her Croatian journey on the island of Korcula, where she joins archaeologists to explore the earliest coastal life in Croatia.12 Oct 202546 minTV-PGE4: Uzbekistan: The Golden RoadFrom Samarkand and the heart of the silk road, Bettany journeys through Uzbekistan, uncovering new finds and encountering ancient customs.19 Oct 202547 minTV-PGE5: Switzerland: Stories Through TimeIn the land of 10,000 mountains, Bettany explores Alpine legends, ancient clocks in Bern, William Tell, Lake Lucerne and cheese making in Gstaad.2 Nov 202547 minTV-GContributorsDirector:Ruth SessionsHost:Bettany HughesSeries Production CompanySandstone Global Productions
