Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Discover the secrets of Alexander the Great’s lost world in Afghanistan - from ancient gold to the fabled lapis lazuli, this epic journey uncovers a forgotten crossroads of history.
Join photojournalist David Adams as he retraces the legendary campaign of Alexander the Great across the war-torn plains and soaring mountains of Central Asia. This documentary follows the ancient trade routes along the Oxus River, revealing how Alexander’s armies encountered rich eastern civilizations, mythical treasures like the Golden Fleece, and precious minerals that powered empires for millennia. Explore the treacherous landscapes of Bactria and Badakhshan, where alluvial gold is still panned from rivers and lapis lazuli is mined for export, just as it was for the mask of Tutankhamun over 3,000 years ago.
Along the way, witness the ongoing dangers of the region, from shifting river deltas and landmines to the challenges faced by modern miners and nomads. Adams navigates the perilous Hindu Kush and Pamir mountains, visits ancient fortresses and uncharted archaeological sites, and delves into the living history of Afghanistan’s trade, warfare, and survival. Uncover the connections between Greek myths, ancient explorers, and the real treasures that shaped world history, while reflecting on the resilience and risks of those who keep these stories alive today.
#History #AlexanderTheGreat #Afghanistan #AncientTradeRoutes #LapisLazuli #CentralAsia #Photojournalism #LostWorld
Discover the secrets of Alexander the Great’s lost world in Afghanistan - from ancient gold to the fabled lapis lazuli, this epic journey uncovers a forgotten crossroads of history.
Join photojournalist David Adams as he retraces the legendary campaign of Alexander the Great across the war-torn plains and soaring mountains of Central Asia. This documentary follows the ancient trade routes along the Oxus River, revealing how Alexander’s armies encountered rich eastern civilizations, mythical treasures like the Golden Fleece, and precious minerals that powered empires for millennia. Explore the treacherous landscapes of Bactria and Badakhshan, where alluvial gold is still panned from rivers and lapis lazuli is mined for export, just as it was for the mask of Tutankhamun over 3,000 years ago.
Along the way, witness the ongoing dangers of the region, from shifting river deltas and landmines to the challenges faced by modern miners and nomads. Adams navigates the perilous Hindu Kush and Pamir mountains, visits ancient fortresses and uncharted archaeological sites, and delves into the living history of Afghanistan’s trade, warfare, and survival. Uncover the connections between Greek myths, ancient explorers, and the real treasures that shaped world history, while reflecting on the resilience and risks of those who keep these stories alive today.
#History #AlexanderTheGreat #Afghanistan #AncientTradeRoutes #LapisLazuli #CentralAsia #Photojournalism #LostWorld
