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The Best Episodes of Blowing Up History Season 1

Every episode of Blowing Up History Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Blowing Up History Season 1!

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Some of the most iconic and historic buildings of the ancient and medieval worlds are examined by 'blow apart' CGI animation to reveal how these structures were built. Using the latest archaeological investigations combined with

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Blowing Up History Season 1 Episode 1 - Secrets of the Acropolis
    8.4/10(11 votes)

    #1 - Secrets of the Acropolis

    S1:E1

    The Acropolis has overlooked Athens for thousands of years. Now scientists aim to reveal how it was built, what it looked like, and how it's still standing.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Blowing Up History Season 1 Episode 2 - Secrets of the Maya Pyramid
    8.0/10(7 votes)

    #2 - Secrets of the Maya Pyramid

    S1:E2

    In Mexico, the lost city of Chichen Itza holds ancient secrets of a strange civilisation. How was it was built and how did human sacrifice shape it?

    Director:Martin Gorst
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Blowing Up History Season 1 Episode 3 - Medieval Cathedral mysteries
    8.2/10(8 votes)

    #3 - Medieval Cathedral mysteries

    S1:E3

    A medieval engineering marvel may house the remains of the Bible's Three Magi. Scientists and experts delve into the mysteries of this religious site.

    Director:James Franklin
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Blowing Up History Season 1 Episode 4 - Secrets of Westminster Palace
    7.8/10(8 votes)

    #4 - Secrets of Westminster Palace

    S1:E4

    Westminster Palace is one of the most iconic structures on the planet. What Victorian secrets and mysteries are hiding behind this famous landmark?

    Director:Caroline Lee
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Blowing Up History Season 1 Episode 5 - Secrets of the Pyramids
    8.9/10(8 votes)

    #5 - Secrets of the Pyramids

    S1:E5

    The Great Pyramid of Giza is one of the last surviving monuments of the ancient world. Scientists and archaeologists unlock the secrets of its construction.

    Director:Gwyn Williams
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Blowing Up History Season 1 Episode 6 - Great Wall of China
    7.0/10(8 votes)

    #6 - Great Wall of China

    S1:E6

    The biggest man-made structure on Earth, the Great Wall of China, is one of its biggest mysteries. What are the secrets of one of history's greatest empires?

    Director:Tom Ranson
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Secrets of the Acropolis" is the best rated episode of "Blowing Up History" season 1. It scored 8.4/10 based on 11 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/26/2016. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "Secrets of the Maya Pyramid".