History is full of the extraordinary. Each week, we'll transport you back in time to witness history's most incredible moments and remarkable people. New... more
The official seat of Britain’s monarchy for almost 200 years, Buckingham Palace has provided the stage and backdrop to countless... more
Nestled in the heart of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, the ancient city of Chichén Itza stands as a majestic testament to... more
Sir Isaac Newton became one of history’s most important scientists - all thanks, as legend has it, to an apple... more
Take a trip back in time to Ancient Rome, to discover the bizarre and barbaric world of the gladiators. But... more
The Lighthouse of Alexandria was a testament to human ingenuity and architectural brilliance. Built in the third century BC on... more
Vlad the Impaler is one of history’s most terrifying villains. A leader who used torture, terrorism, and sadistic punishment to... more
The Trojan War was a time of heroes. From the swift-footed Achilles, and the hot-headed Prince Paris, to the beautiful... more
Marie Curie was an extraordinary woman who, alongside her husband Pierre, turned the scientific world on its head. Their work... more
Walter Raleigh remains one of the most famous figures of the late-Tudor and early-Stuart period. His life epitomised Elizabethan energy... more
This is a taster episode from our sister show, Real Survival Stories. Hosted by our very own John Hopkins, the... more