Swallowed By The Sea: Ancient Egypt's Greatest Lost City (2014)

In the fading days of the pharaohs, Heracleion was the gateway to Egypt and a port beyond compare

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We all know about Alexandria, one of the greatest cities of the classical world, with its great Library and fabled Lighthouse. But Heracleion? A great port and religious centre at the mouth of the Nile, it was mentioned by the likes of Herodotus, but at some point it vanished, and its location became unknown.

Director: Luke Wiles
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 59 min
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Production: STV Studios, BBC Studios Natural History Unit
Language: English
Original Language: en

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egypt

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Swallowed By The Sea: Ancient Egypt's Greatest Lost City about?
We all know about Alexandria, one of the greatest cities of the classical world, with its great Library and fabled Lighthouse. But Heracleion? A great port and religious centre at the mouth of the Nile, it was mentioned by the likes of Herodotus, but at some point it vanished, and its location became unknown.
Who directed Swallowed By The Sea: Ancient Egypt's Greatest Lost City?
Swallowed By The Sea: Ancient Egypt's Greatest Lost City was directed by Luke Wiles.
Who stars in Swallowed By The Sea: Ancient Egypt's Greatest Lost City?
Swallowed By The Sea: Ancient Egypt's Greatest Lost City stars Lucy Blue.
How long is Swallowed By The Sea: Ancient Egypt's Greatest Lost City?
Swallowed By The Sea: Ancient Egypt's Greatest Lost City has a runtime of 59m (59 minutes).
What genre is Swallowed By The Sea: Ancient Egypt's Greatest Lost City?
Swallowed By The Sea: Ancient Egypt's Greatest Lost City is a Documentary film.