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Episode 1

The historian and classicist explores Greece from the time of the Ancients up to the present day. She begins by exploring a graveyard of ancient shipwrecks in the waters of the Eastern Mediterranean, then enjoys the tradition of a warm welcome on the island of Chios. Next, Bettany heads to the island of Lesbos, visiting the ancient Greek Theatre of Mytilene and taking a dip in the island's thermal waters. Finally, Bettany stops on Samos, an island known for both its ancient naval power and its famous sixth-century BC resident, mathematician and philosopher - Pythagoras.

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  • Originally Aired June 12, 2020
  • Runtime 42 minutes
  • Network Channel 5
  • Created June 16, 2020 by
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