Episode

Decoding the Great Pyramid

Podcast: NOVA Presents
Published: Apr 28, 2026
Duration seconds: 1308
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Summary

What engineering secrets lie within the Great Pyramid, and who really built it? Innovations like rope‑sewn boats, laser‑precise alignments, and hidden internal chambers reveal a building team with knowledge far ahead of its time. Uncover clues buried around Giza that point to a surprising truth about the workforce responsible for one of history’s greatest construction projects. To watch the full film, visit https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/video/decoding-the-great-pyramid/ Learn more about NOVA and subscribe to our YouTube channel.