The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World by Bettany Hughes — Season 1
About this season
Renowned historian and Wanderlust contributing editor Bettany Hughes is back on our screens with Seven Wonders of The Ancient World – and the series will make use of augmented reality (AR), allowing viewers to explore the lost sites.
Episodes (3)
1. The Great Pyramid of Giza and the Lighthouse of Alexandria
Aired 2 August 2025 • 44 min
Bettany begins with The Great Pyramid of Giza: the eternal resting place of King Khufu. Next is the Pharos Lighthouse: its beam guiding seafarers to safety and said to be visible over 30 miles away.
2. Colossus of Rhodes/Statue of Zeus
Aired 9 August 2025 • 44 min
Bettany embarks on an extraordinary journey through Greece, exploring the tales of two ancient wonders: the Colossus of Rhodes and the Statue of Zeus
3. Halicarnassus/Hanging Gardens of Babylon/Temple of Artemis
Aired 16 August 2025 • 44 min
On a breathtaking journey along Turkey's west coast, Bettany reimagines the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon and Temple of Artemis