episode description
96% of Egypt’s lands are sun-blistered desert. Rock and sand dominate this country, creating a beautiful but hostile environment. Yet it was home to the Worlds greatest ancient civilisation, which flourished for millennia and still captivates us today. These harsh lands also hold amazing animals that can survive and even thrive, able to cope with and profit from the searing temperatures and lack of moisture. When sporadic and violent rains fall, primeval worlds are reborn and animals flock to take advantage. Ancient rainwaters hidden below the surface create oasis within this desolate landscape and one of the World’s greatest rivers brings unbounded life. Its unique position as a land bridge between The Middle East and North Africa along with miraculous sources of water, allow Egypt’s wild riches to rival the treasures of the Pharaohs.

