Lost Treasures of the Maya
The jungle of Central America is one of the last great frontiers of archaeology. Over decades of work, the ancient civilisation of the Maya has gradually been revealed. But now technology is set to change everything as the biggest aerial LIDAR survey in the history of archaeology is laying bare a vast and complex civilisation for the very first time.
- 2018-2019
- 1 season
- National Geographic Channel
- Documentary
The jungle of Central America is one of the last great frontiers of archaeology. Over decades of work, the ancient civilisation of the Maya has gradually been revealed. But now technology is set to change everything as the biggest aerial LIDAR survey in the history of archaeology is laying bare a vast and complex civilisation for the very first time.
Season 1 Episode Guide
4 Episodes 2019
Episode 1
Secrets of the Snake Altar
Fri, May 17, 2019
A sacred altar is unearthed after 1500 years buried in a ruined temple, revealing secrets of the legendary Maya Snake King uprising.
Episode 2
Secrets of the Underworld
Wed, May 1, 2019
The new treasure map uncovers a mysterious and long-lost pyramid complex that reveals startling clues of violent sacrifice and ancient Maya ritual.
Episode 3
Secrets of the Sun God
Sat, Jun 1, 2019
Albert follows the map to a new pyramid that no one knew lay hidden in the dense jungle right at the heart of the most famous ancient Maya city.
Episode 4
Secrets of the Lost City
Thu, Aug 1, 2019
The new treasure map leads Albert to discover lost pyramids at the ancient city of El Palmar and beneath the site of a sacrificial ball game.