National Geographic: Lost Kingdoms of the Maya

National Geographic: Lost Kingdoms of the Maya (1993)

Unlock the secrets of an ancient civilization

  • Genre: History, Documentary
  • Release Date: 1993-01-20
  • Runtime: 1h 0min
  • Language: English
  • Production Company: National Geographic
  • Production Country: United States of America
  • Director: Christine Weber

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Summary

Long before Columbus, the Maya established one of the most highly developed civilizations of their time in the jungles of Mexico and Central America. Yet this advanced society of priests, astronomers, artisans, and farmers suddenly and mysteriously collapsed more than a thousand years ago. Accompany archaeologists to Copan, Dos Pilas, and other spectacular Classic Maya ruins as they unearth artifacts and huge temples of incredible beauty. Recently deciphered hieroglyphics and other new discoveries offer astounding clues to the lives of these ancient people. You'll hear the startling story of one kingdom's downfall and its final desperate hours of violent warfare. Through spine-tingling recreations, witness ancient rituals reenacted on sites where they originally occured. And meet the enduring Maya who still maintain many of their ancestor's traditions. You'll hear the voices of a magnificent civilization as you uncover LOST KINGDOMS OF THE MAYA.

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Production Tom Simon Executive Producer
Production Nicolas Noxon Executive Producer
Writing Patrick Prentice Writer
Sound Fred Karns Music
Directing Christine Weber Director
Production Christine Weber Producer