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Duration: 1 hour, 20 minutes

Dan Snow attempts to use the latest satellite technology to reveal the secrets of the Roman Empire. Together with space archaeologist Sarah Parcak, Dan sets out to identify and then track down lost cities, amphitheatres and forts in an adventure that sees him travel through some of the most spectacular parts of the vast empire. Cutting-edge technology and traditional archaeology help build a better understanding of how Rome held such a large empire together for so long.

Last on

Thu 3 Jan 2013 01:50 BBC One except Scotland

Credits

Presenter
Sarah Parcak
Presenter
Dan Snow
Director
Jeff Wilkinson
Producer
Jeff Wilkinson

Broadcasts

  • Sun 9 Dec 2012 20:40 BBC One Channel Islands, HD, London, Northern Ireland HD, Oxfordshire only

  • Thu 3 Jan 2013 01:50 BBC One except Scotland

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