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Historian Michael Scott explores deep underground using the latest laser-scanning technology and virtual reality to reveal the historical secrets of great cities.

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Series 1 3. Istanbul

3. Istanbul

Using 3D scanning, Michael Scott reveals the invisible secrets of Istanbul's ancient palaces, aqueducts and Roman chariot-racing track.

Duration: 59 mins First broadcast: 21 Sep 2018

Availability: Available for over a year (until 16 Aug 2033)

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Series 1 2. Athens

2. Athens

Michael Scott reveals the historical secrets of ancient Athens and tells the story of how this remarkable city created the world's first democracy 2,500 years ago.

Duration: 59 mins First broadcast: 14 Sep 2018

Availability: Available for over a year (until 16 Aug 2033)

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Series 1 1. Cairo

1. Cairo

Michael Scott uses 3D scanning technology to reveal the secrets of Cairo and ancient Egypt: from the Great Pyramid and a hidden Roman fortress to the Arabic citadel of Saladin.

Duration: 59 mins First broadcast: 7 Sep 2018

Availability: Available for over a year (until 16 Aug 2033)

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