Technology & Architecture In Ancient Civilizations
Egyptian Monumental Structures (#101)
Examine the amazing technologies the Egyptians employed to create the oldest tomb for Thutmose I and the temples in the Valley of Kings, including that of Hatshepshut. Witness the scale of the temple at Karnak, Ramses the Great's statues at Abu Simbel, the Sphinx, and the Great Pyramid. [27 minutes]
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Information For Teachers
- Grade Levels
- 9-12
- Curricular Areas
- Science & Technology
- Social Studies
- Series Length
- 3 episodes
- Average Episode Length
- 28 minutes
- Record Rights
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Series Description: Technology and architecture are two of the most enduring legacies of the ancient civilizations. With this series, explore how the pyramids were built in Egypt, the elegant temples and theatres were created in Greece, and the arches, aqueducts and avenues were engineered in Rome.
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