Athens gave the modern political system, democracy, and shaped the western world like no other city.

Episode 1, Athens

Factual

Documentary

The series Metropolis takes us to the very heart of urban life in antiquity and in the 15th century. It examines a crucial step in the history of civilization and culture: Mankind has advanced to a settled lifestyle, allowing him to organize large social alliances which extend far beyond family and clan. The consequences are critical changes in all facets of life.

Metropolis

Series 1

The series Metropolis takes us to the very heart of urban life in antiquity...

Alexandria, a royal Greek city in the land of the Pharaohs. It was the most powerful metropolis of its time.

Episode 2, Alexandria

Carthage was a Phoenician city on the coast of North Africa which developed into a major center of trade.

Episode 3, Carthage

Rome would never have made it into the history books without the backing of its huge military apparatus.