Smithsonian Ch. - Secrets Unlocked Series 1 (2019) Part 13 the Sphinx

Secrets Unlocked Series 1

Our world holds remarkable relics that are full of secrets, written in stone, gold, and blood. Discovering the truths behind these mysteries could change history as we know it. Join host Adam Mastrelli as he brings us face-to-face with these puzzling treasures. Explore hidden corners of the world, decipher ancient documents, and apply groundbreaking research and forensic techniques in our quest to discover the truth about these fabled cities, monuments, and remnants.

13 the Sphinx

The Sphinx is one of the largest, most iconic monuments of the ancient world–and one of the most puzzling. For thousands of years, the mythic statue, with the body of a lion and the head of a man, has captivated and confounded tourists, historians, and the Egyptian people themselves. Why was it built? When was it built? Who built it? Follow a team of investigators as they use the latest research and techniques in an attempt to solve the complex riddle of the Sphinx once and for all.

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