Ancient Egypt: Chronicles of an Empire on SBS – Around 5000 years ago, one of the largest and most powerful empires in history emerged on the Nile: Ancient Egypt.
To this day it is considered strange and mysterious. In eight episodes, the series shows the unique achievements of the Egyptians in government, culture, and society. International scientists and researchers are decoding the fascinating facets of this high culture.
The first territorial state in history has existed for more than 3000 years – longer than any nation in existence today.
Nevertheless, crises keep dividing the kingdom and causing chaos. It is these phases that people on the Nile fear most. Because they know that only order and stability lead to flowering. Their diverse culture gives the Egyptians an identity, a sense of unity.
Series One, Episode One: Lifeline Nile
The Nile is Egypt’s lifeline. Its water transforms parched soils into productive farmland. The first houses and settlements emerge from its mud. From 5000 BC, desert nomads begin to settle in the Nile Valley. Instead of wandering around as hunter-gatherers, they now practice agriculture and animal husbandry. The foundations for Egyptian civilization.
Ancient Egypt: Chronicles of an Empire – Series Premiere – Friday, 1 September at 8.30pm on SBS and SBS on Demand (8 Parts)
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