Decoding Saqqara, The Secret Hieroglyphs of the Pyramids (2020)

In the heart of the Egyptian desert lies the immense necropolis of Saqqara. This unique site, which brings together dozens of fascinating pyramids and tombs, houses the oldest collections of religious texts of humanity.

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With Its Myriad Of Mysteries Ancient Egypt Continues To Work Its Spell. The Necropolis Of Saqqara Roughly 30 Kilometers From Cairo Holds One Of Egypt's Most Fascinating Treasures The Pyramid Of Pharaoh Pepi Ii. Few Know Of It As It Is Closed To The Public Yet It Holds The Vastest Collection Of Texts Of All Currently Known Pyramids. For The First Time In 90 Years Teams From The International Archeological Mission In Saqqara Open And Decipher This Wondrous Tomb. How Did The Egyptians Build The Pyramids? Their Walls Are Covered In Hieroglyphs But What Story Do They Tell? How To Crack The Mystery Of Texts That Are Over Four Thousand Years Old? Using Technological Innovations Such As Photogrammetry Endoscopes Hyperspectral Imaging And Ultrahigh Resolution Photography This Documentary Alternates Live Scenes With Staged Interviews To Plunge Us Into Saqqara's History And Offer New Insights Into The Pharaohs' Tombs.

Director: Julien Balestier
Genre: Documentary, History
Runtime: 52 min
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Screenplay

Production: RMC Découverte
Country: France
Original Language: en

Themes

Ancient Egypt: Legacy of the Pharaohs, Ancient Civilizations and Giant Monuments

Keywords

pyramid, ancient egypt, hieroglyphics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Decoding Saqqara, The Secret Hieroglyphs of the Pyramids about?
With Its Myriad Of Mysteries Ancient Egypt Continues To Work Its Spell. The Necropolis Of Saqqara Roughly 30 Kilometers From Cairo Holds One Of Egypt's Most Fascinating Treasures The Pyramid Of Pharaoh Pepi Ii. Few Know Of It As It Is Closed To The Public Yet It Holds The Vastest Collection Of Texts Of All Currently Known Pyramids. For The First Time In 90 Years Teams From The International Archeological Mission In Saqqara Open And Decipher This Wondrous Tomb. How Did The Egyptians Build The Pyramids? Their Walls Are Covered In Hieroglyphs But What Story Do They Tell? How To Crack The Mystery Of Texts That Are Over Four Thousand Years Old? Using Technological Innovations Such As Photogrammetry Endoscopes Hyperspectral Imaging And Ultrahigh Resolution Photography This Documentary Alternates Live Scenes With Staged Interviews To Plunge Us Into Saqqara's History And Offer New Insights Into The Pharaohs' Tombs.
Who directed Decoding Saqqara, The Secret Hieroglyphs of the Pyramids?
Decoding Saqqara, The Secret Hieroglyphs of the Pyramids was directed by Julien Balestier.
Who stars in Decoding Saqqara, The Secret Hieroglyphs of the Pyramids?
Decoding Saqqara, The Secret Hieroglyphs of the Pyramids stars Rupert Lipton.
How long is Decoding Saqqara, The Secret Hieroglyphs of the Pyramids?
Decoding Saqqara, The Secret Hieroglyphs of the Pyramids has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
What genre is Decoding Saqqara, The Secret Hieroglyphs of the Pyramids?
Decoding Saqqara, The Secret Hieroglyphs of the Pyramids is a Documentary, History film.
Where was Decoding Saqqara, The Secret Hieroglyphs of the Pyramids produced?
Decoding Saqqara, The Secret Hieroglyphs of the Pyramids was produced in France.
What are the themes of Decoding Saqqara, The Secret Hieroglyphs of the Pyramids?
The themes of Decoding Saqqara, The Secret Hieroglyphs of the Pyramids include: Ancient Egypt: Legacy of the Pharaohs, Ancient Civilizations and Giant Monuments.