Alashiya – The Lost Empire That Once Ruled the Mediterranean

Описание: Long before Greece, Rome, or even the Pharaohs of Egypt dominated the Mediterranean, an island at the crossroads of three continents rose to power through trade, diplomacy, and one precious metal — copper.
That island was Cyprus, and its ancient kingdom was called Alashiya.

This documentary uncovers the forgotten story of Alashiya, the Bronze Age civilization that once connected Egypt, the Hittites, and the Mycenaean Greeks.
Discover how Cyprus became one of the most important economic powers of the ancient world — and how it all came crashing down during the mysterious Bronze Age Collapse.

From ancient trade routes and copper mines to diplomatic letters with Pharaohs, this is the untold story of a lost empire buried beneath modern Cyprus.

Watch till the end to learn how the fall of Alashiya shaped the island’s destiny for the next 3,000 years.
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00:00 – The Island Kingdom of Copper
01:18 – The Source of Power
02:41 – Harbors of Commerce
03:58 – A Seat at the Table + Culture and Craft
05:26 – Whispers of Trouble → The Coming Storm
06:46 – The Great Collapse and Aftermath

Cyprus history, Bronze Age Cyprus, Alashiya kingdom, Ancient Cyprus, Sea Peoples, Bronze Age collapse, Mediterranean history, Enkomi, Archaeology Cyprus, Lost civilizations, Hittite Empire, Egypt trade, Mycenaean Greece, Cypriot copper, Ancient trade routes

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