NOVA - S48E25: Ancient Maya Metropolis

Name: Ancient Maya Metropolis
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2022-01-26
Duration: 55 min

Jan 26, 2022DocumentarySeason 48, Episode 25

The ancient ancestors of today’s Maya people thrived in large sophisticated cities across Central America for centuries. Why, around 750 CE, did they begin to abandon many of their major cities? Archaeologists investigate dramatic new evidence of the catastrophic droughts and instability that pushed cities beyond their limits.

Director: Leif Kaldor, Leif Kaldor, Leslea Mair

All Episodes - Season 48

01Secrets in Our DNAJan 14, 2021 02Beyond the Elements: ReactionsFeb 03, 2021 03Beyond the Elements: IndestructibleFeb 10, 2021 04Beyond the Elements: LifeFeb 17, 2021 05Looking for Life on MarsFeb 24, 2021 06Picture a Scientist/ Search Engine BreakdownApr 14, 2021 07Reef RescueApr 21, 2021 08Fighting for FertilityMay 12, 2021 09Hindenburg: The New EvidenceMay 19, 2021 10Great Electric Airplane RaceMay 26, 2021 11Ship That Changed the WorldJun 02, 2021 12Bat SuperpowersSep 15, 2021 13The Cannabis QuestionSep 29, 2021 14Particles UnknownOct 06, 2021 15Arctic DriftOct 13, 2021 16Edible InsectsOct 20, 2021 17NOVA Universe Revealed: Age of StarsOct 27, 2021 18NOVA Universe Revealed: Milky WayNov 03, 2021 19NOVA Universe Revealed: Alien WorldsNov 10, 2021 20NOVA Universe Revealed: Black HolesNov 17, 2021 21NOVA Universe Revealed: Big BangNov 24, 2021 22High-Risk High-RiseJan 05, 2022 23Butterfly BlueprintsJan 12, 2022 24Alaskan DinosaursJan 19, 2022 25Ancient Maya MetropolisJan 26, 2022

NOVA S48E25 Synopsis

NOVA "Ancient Maya Metropolis" is part of the 1337x catalog. Originally aired on 2022-01-26, this episode is part of Season 48 of NOVA. Directed by Leif Kaldor, the episode showcases skilled craftsmanship behind the camera. With a runtime of 55m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. The ancient ancestors of today’s Maya people thrived in large sophisticated cities across Central America for centuries. Why, around 750 CE, did they begin to abandon many of their major cities? Archaeologists investigate dramatic new evidence of the...