The Lost Tomb Of Ancient China's Most Infamous Warlord | Mysteries of China | Odyssey

Deep beneath a man-made mountain in Shaanxi, China, lies a tomb more massive than the pyramids of Egypt. Guarded by an silent army of 8,000 life-sized Terracotta Warriors, this is the final resting place of Qin Shi Huang—China’s first and most ruthless emperor. Yet, more than 50 years after its accidental discovery by a local farmer, the inner burial chamber remains completely unopened. Odyssey is your journey into the world of Ancient History; from the dawn of Mesopotamia to the fall of Rome. We'll be bringing you only the best documentaries that journey into the mysteries and ruins of worlds long lost. :european_castle: You can now become a History Hit member right here on the original video platform! Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week, and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow, Eleanor Janega, Tristan Hughes, Mary Beard, Matt Lewis and more. Odyssey is part of the History Hit Network. For

The ancient waters of the Black Sea hold many secrets from the ancient world. Join some of the world's leading underwater archaeologists as the delve into the mysterious depths of this sea. Odyssey is your journey into the world of Ancient History; from the dawn of Mesopotamia to the fall of Rome. We'll be bringing you only the best documentaries that journey into the mysteries and ruins of worlds long lost.

The ancient Maya's vast cities, temples, and tombs reflect the sophistication of this civilization that dominated Central America for 3,000 years. Archaeologists use space technology in a two-year investigation to search for the tomb of a long-dead Maya king, offering exclusive access to uncover the mysteries of Maya life and death. In the city of Copan, a burial site is discovered beneath a hieroglyphic stairway, raising questions about Maya burial practices. Surprisingly, the remains of a young woman with battle injuries suggest that some Maya warriors were women, possibly sacrificed victims. We delve into the Maya's connection with the supernatural world, emphasizing the importance of blood sacrifices for rulers to seek favor from the gods. Odyssey is your journey into the world of Ancient History; from the dawn of Mesopotamia to the fall of Rome. We'll be bringing you only the best documentaries that journey into the mysteries and ruins of worlds long lost.

In Ancient China, the greatest status symbol in the world was a fine jade suit. Discover the world of China's elites and the grave goods they saught to accompany them into the afterlife. Odyssey is your journey into the world of Ancient History; from the dawn of Mesopotamia to the fall of Rome. We'll be bringing you only the best documentaries that journey into the mysteries and ruins of worlds long lost.

Shintoism and Confucianism remain hugely important to their respective nations of China and Japan to this day, but their origins are far older than one might expect. Delve into the ancient origins of these two belief systems. Odyssey is your journey into the world of Ancient History; from the dawn of Mesopotamia to the fall of Rome. We'll be bringing you only the best documentaries that journey into the mysteries and ruins of worlds long lost.

While much has changed since ancient times, the inability of foreign powers to control Afghanistan seems to be a constant. How did Alexander the Great succeed in conquering this region where countless other military powers have failed? Odyssey is your journey into the world of Ancient History; from the dawn of Mesopotamia to the fall of Rome. We'll be bringing you only the best documentaries that journey into the mysteries and ruins of worlds long lost.