The Ancient Astronomers of Timbuktu

The Ancient Astronomers of Timbuktu

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For four hundred years Timbuktu was an academic centre of the world. The great manuscript archives from this period that solved matters such as determining the direction of Mecca and time keeping are in grave danger of being destroyed by the ravages of time. Scientists race against the clock to unlock the mysteries of this incredible library. Recreations of life in medieval Timbuktu included.
IMDb 7.2/10201752min
Special InterestDocumentaryHistorical
Special InterestDocumentaryHistorical
IMDb 7.2/10201752min
TV-G
The Ancient Astronomers of Timbuktu
Special InterestDocumentaryHistorical
IMDb 7.2/10201752min
For four hundred years Timbuktu was an academic centre of the world. The great manuscript archives from this period that solved matters such as determining the direction of Mecca and time keeping are in grave danger of being destroyed by the ravages of time. Scientists race against the clock to unlock the mysteries of this incredible library. Recreations of life in medieval Timbuktu included.
Creators and Cast
Directors
Sharron Hawkes
Producers
Sharron HawkesThebe MedupeAnne RogersRachael ThomasKaren Viljoen
Studio
Film Ideas, Inc.
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Content advisory
TV-G
Flashing lights and strobing patterns might affect photosensitive viewers
Audio languages
English
Subtitles
English [CC]
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