16. Bagan - City of Temples

[@outdoorsinnewengland2667]

You have no idea the feeling I get when I see a new one of these are released. I'm a GoT fan, and I get more hyped seeing one of these drop than a new GoT episode. These are so well made. If the History Channel had only made videos like these instead of Ancient Aliens and the like... And instead some really hard working bloke from the UK is getting it done. Praise be. I can't imagine the work that goes into these. Heartfelt thanks.

[@FallofCivilizations]

Thanks my friend, very kind of you!

[@jondavidgriffin]

Each one of these is a work of art.

[@JasonP6339]

You and I both, sister

[@matthewbauman2470]

Im glad im not the only one lol, i was listening to an audio book then this popped up and i couldnt have clicked faster

[@Neuri]

Thumbs up for using the correct terminology “bloke” 👊

[@Illusion_____]

As someone of the Burmese diaspora and a long time fan of your work, thank you for this episode. It's amazing to have a cohesive timeline and narrative of the disjointed yet familiar names and stories from the folktales of my childhood being presented in a beautiful two hours. Truly enjoyed it

[@gyllenspetzfamily7993]

Happy you could receive this gift. Free Burma.

[@edwardbrown1811]

Cool!

[@diegomaraqona10]

Let's go! New episode for me to watch again & again & again... 🙂 Keep up the amazing work Paul

[@dark_fire_ice]

Took the words out of my mouth, the playlist is my most listened to

[@CJJonesLO]

I was so happy to be scrolling through and see and be episode. Made my day.

[@noneyabeeswax3200]

❤❤

[@jcawly1]

I am so glad I am not the only one!😂

[@SaltySpark]

Thought i was the only psycho that keep relistening to the episodes. I'm partial to the Sumer and Akkad episodes

[@Nameless742]

I had never heard of Bagan! Thanks for bringing so many civilisations to life for us.

[@dayangmarikit6860]

The whole city is dotted with thousands of temples. This is a virtual tour of Bagan. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jH-tXqF6gLysntU

[@ridespirals]

as much as I love episodes about civilizations I'm familiar with (the sumerians episode is my favorite, I've watched that one like ten times), the ones I've never heard of are awesome.

[@mikehardwicke23]

I have. Worked there briefly 10 years ago. Fascinating place, lovely people. Must return.

[@mynamedoesntmatter8652]

I’ve never heard of it either. Something very interesting to relax with after a rather long day, can’t wait to listen to this.

[@fionamcgregor4268]

I know it as Pagan

[@zymurgea]

I cannot recommend this series enough; each more fascinating and full of revelations that history books omit. Thank you.

[@tomm5663]

I love this podcast so much. The parts you do at the end on walking through the streets of a dying city always make my eyes water. It’s just such a beautiful, melancholy feeling, and you do it perfectly every single time.

[@FallofCivilizations]

Thanks Tom, very kind

[@Player_kai_gaming]

As a citizen of Myanmar, I thank you for this from the bottom of my heart. I’ve been to Bagan over 60 times in my lifetime since I am intrigued by ancient civilizations and mythical Bagan is Myanmar’s one and only surviving city of ancient structures and temples 💛

[@FallofCivilizations]

Thanks my friend, so glad you enjoyed!

[@Player_kai_gaming]

@@FallofCivilizations I watched it in one sitting mate. It was a pleasure and appreciate your work very much.

[@jordanf8797]

I visited in Feb/March 2015 it was amazing!! I'll never forget Myanmar.

[@Player_kai_gaming]

@@jordanf8797 nice brother. I wish you can visit again. I just hope my country politics gets better

[@B727X]

Burma is easier just call it that?

[@shukalope8743]

Your series has educated me on history in a way I never even imagined possible and in another way you have helped me so much more. I have faced so many personal struggles in my recent history and it is listening to these podcast every single night that has put my mind and body at ease, I will never be able to express my gratitude towards you for your efforts. the words simply do not exist. all I can do is say thankyou and continue to listen. I do not know you, but you are and forever will be a friend and a mentor within my mind. Thankyou.

[@FallofCivilizations]

Thanks Shuka. There is a healing power to storytelling. I hope things get better for you soon. This too will pass!

[@tejdandekar]

Man I love this series! I'm glad you cover civilizations most channels never hear about!

[@luismuniznon-conformistath6623]

This has been out for an hour and already has over 70 comments. Glad to see I am not the only one who loves this channel!

[@Fjodor.Tabularasa]

Bagan.. I have been there twice. In 2005 and in 2011. It is a stunningly beautiful city, even in ruins. Thank you very very much for highlighting this little known culture. Burma/Myanmar is a pearl of a country. Unfortunately ravaged by many decades of warfare. P.s. last night I was listening again to your masterpiece The Assyrians.

[@OM-ex8be]

Loved the Assyrian doc too. The Byzantine episode is my fav.

[@22vx]

Wonderful, as always 👌 Sincere thanks for continuing to share 💛

[@ChefClary60]

This may be the most important and certainly the most entertaining and informative, historical series on KZbin. Thank you Paul!

[@PatrickLongblkwhtrbbt]

These are always a massive delight. PLEASE do these until forever

[@timothymiller6426]

The enjoyment I got from seeing this notification was unparalleled. Such a wonderful experience!

[@marroosh]

I can only imagine how much research and hard work goes into these episodes. Love it!

[@Bydesign777]

1 second after posting this vid and it already has 34 views. Thats how you know you've found a quality channel.

[@gyllenspetzfamily7993]

We know it is time, like pets who smell dinner we are aware of the schedule...😆

[@JackAnna2024]

Yes!!! Finally! My favourite podcast ever!

[@jojojacques810]

I think I’m gonna cry!!! Saving this for some serious me time! Thank you! Thank you!! Thank you!!! 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️

[@zackk6819]

I think I put my finger on why I love your videos so much. Compared to tv movies video games and even actual books, listening to your videos not only educate and entertain me but more profoundly touches on an ancient yet simple human experience. The experience of being told a good story. One of history civilization disaster and most importantly one of human lives and people so different and distant from myself and yet so similar as well. Thank you for all your wonderful work.

[@andyoates8392]

The Fall Of Civilisations Podcast sets a benchmark for the reach our own civilisation has achieved in understanding those who came before us and who we are now. So happy to see a new episode, thanks for all your hard work. 😊💚♾️

[@mikehardwicke23]

Agree - Puts our current global predicament into perspective! 👍

[@jamesdeen3011]

no one covers a civilization like you do. 👍👍💯

[@tonybolstad9514]

Definitely one of my favourite channels on KZbin. Thank you for all of the care and attention you put into each and every episode.

[@FallofCivilizations]

Thanks Tony, really glad you're enjoying

[@Larsemillarsen]

I NEED the video version in my life! You are by far the best documentarist I’ve ever witnessed, Paul.

[@justadad6677]

Been waiting for the next episode. Must have listened to all the others a dozen time. It's mesmerizing.

[@TG-nd9rj]

This is going to sound weird, but I mean it in a positive way: I love listening to these videos to fall asleep at night! Not in the sense that they bore me to sleep, but your voice is so easy to listen to and the way you bring history to life allows my imagination to lull me to sleep. I have to go back during the day to listen again and actually get the full story 🤣 amazing episodes as always, thank you for all the work you do to make these!

[@persebra]

Nothing weird about it. I do the same, although I admit I am a little weird... but seriously, this podcast is extremely hypnotic

[@johnbono2384]

the only problem is the videos are so well-produced I almost want to wait to watch it... but you know I'm going to listen to the podcast anyway and watch the video later regardless!

[@FallofCivilizations]

Haha yeah this will be a good looking one I think

[@valerieo1432]

Thank you so much! I've listened to every episode several times and I can't wait to listen to this one! You're the best, Paul

[@RoadhouseDeluxe]

This is the best podcast on the internet for history lovers, hands down

[@atypicalprogrammer5777]

I like how you bring attention to these underappreciated civilizations. Do you one day plan to cover the Tibetan Empire (618-842)? Definitely one of the most unexpected places to find an empire.

[@FallofCivilizations]

It's an interesting idea! I'll have a look into it.

[@alessandrodelogu7931]

This is really a good idea.

[@mynamedoesntmatter8652]

Ooo, that would be interesting!

[@eldispone]

The lords of the tea routes.

[@Tombomber8888]

This is such an excellent choice for the new episode. Bagan is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever laid eyes on.

[@MFWb00bi3s]

WOOOOO! I can't wait to get off work so I can listen to this! Thank you so much for making these.

[@Summer_Snows]

I've had the honor to visit Bagan and it is one of the most amazing moments of my life. The grand temples are beautiful, but even greater was the feeling of exploring a region by yourself. Travling around the plain on a moped, I discovered a small building that wasnt a temple, none of the Buddhist iconography was present. And judging by the immense amount of cobwebs, I was the first person there in a long time, exploring this building, getting onto its top floor and looking out. Truly, truly amazing

[@olorin4317]

Great episode. I listen to the podcast first and I love how audio only ignites my imagination. Then I love watching the video version later to see if any of the real images are close to my brain pictures.

[@micheallinke9278]

I love it when a series is posted on someplace I have been, helps as even when you read of a place its nice to have a pod cast to listen to to build more context.

[@theredwhirlwin]

When I saw this I jumped up to tell my fam, we are all so excited to listen to this and in a bit we'll be able to watch it! So excited, thank yoooouuuu!

[@FallofCivilizations]

Hope you all enjoy!

[@theredwhirlwin]

@@FallofCivilizationsWe did! I'm sure you get this all the time, but your doing amazing work, so appreciated in so many ways, thank you and everyone who works with you!

[@chicopaisagem]

Yet another Master Piece. You sir are the Sir David Attenborough of History

[@jessealexander9074]

Exactly the civilization I wanted! Cant wait to give it a listen, thank you!

[@krellion671]

We've been waiting my dude. Thanks cant wait to listen!

[@cafesociety8525]

Its surprising how excited I get when you upload a new video. Thanks mate, great channel.

[@jacksonw2958]

Thanks

[@paulvamben3861]

Fall of civilisations is my favourite podcast, so pleased a new one has dropped, quality work as usual Paul. I'd like to take this opportunity to thank you for producing these podcasts, this is superb content.

[@ChineseKiwi]

new episode! HYPE HYPE HYPE! Paul, you are an **amazing** storyteller, along with your obvious passion and archaeological knowledge.

[@raqueldillett3499]

So excited to listen to this new narrative! My husband and I replay all the old ones-we love the content as well as your soothing voice. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@FallofCivilizations]

Thanks to you both!

[@mojobudgiekayakfishing]

I just want to thank the History channel for cashing out short term on ancient aliens and curse of oak island fodder. If they didn’t, we may have never experienced this gorgeous renaissance of history content being produced on YT such as this

[@TheAmazingKoki]

As tempting as it is to watch right know, I feel like images will makes this even better

[@ayushsrinet2809]

Just wanted to say thank you for getting me back into history through this fantastic series!

[@JohnyByrne]

Such a great story. This is compelling and immersive work. Thanks so much!

[@ShrimplyPibblesJr]

This is the best history channel/podcast out there. I’m constantly sending people to the Aztec episode. Truly a masterpiece.

[@gwainfox]

That feeling when a new Fall of Civilisation episode drops, partly because I've listened to the others about a hundred times through, a novel episode is a good day!

[@assemagelismagalles]

i discovered your podcast on spotify and listen to it at work, im now at the byzantium episode and all the episodes have been awesome!

[@abeschreier]

Thank you Paul & team! Like many I’ve only cursorily heard of Bagan. What a wonderful choice for you to cover.

[@kgaster25]

I check twice a day..hoping and praying, the wait is over!! Love all you do ty for all the work!!

[@rscotthudson1959]

This is such an excellent presentation.

[@davidreynolds4294]

Another wonderful episode, these always leave me awe struck with what has gone before us. The beauty and complexity of civilisations that all but disappeared from most peoples memory but are recreated here in all their glory . What does it also say about the precariousness of our own times? Thank you so much for creating these windows into the past, without doubt they are the best thing I’ve come across with a lifetime love of history and travel. Please continue to enthrall us with the fantastic series!

[@FallofCivilizations]

Thanks David, very kind of you!

[@canchero724]

I would imagine the ruins of a New York or Tokyo would shock future archaeologists. Today's cities, though lacking in beauty, have sheer size working in their favour.

[@thoughtsforthebuilders]

Let's gooooo. This'll be my first episode that I indulge the audio version first, then I'll get to rewatch the video version next (:

[@peterweeks2066]

I’ve just had an old university friend stay overnight (we graduated 40 years ago). We were talking about which podcasts and KZbin channels we liked, and both agreed Fall of Civilisations is the very best. Paul’s voice is so right as narrator. He builds a narrative with background detail that carries enormous emotional feeling of ages past, whilst at the same time imparting the history is a matter-of-fact manner. Better than anything on TV. By the way, my friend and I are both farmers, with a deep attachment to the history of our respective locales.

[@FallofCivilizations]

Thanks Peter, really glad you're both enjoying!

[@dutchmiracles]

You have no idea how happy I am with this upload, the timing is perfect! Thank you for creating these super interesting and relaxing podcasts.

[@blsfan1973]

Here we go again .... the best docs on the planet ...once again Paul you've nailed it

[@guymanuel4260]

Thank you for all you do.

[@launchtexasintothesunforev9551]

Yeyyyyyyy it’s never a dull drive when I got this on my podcast

[@jenerhart7025]

I was so excited to see a new episode that I immediately ditched how I had planned to spend my evening and listened to this instead. I learn so much about civilizations I never knew existed when I listen to your podcasts. Thank you so very much!

[@biendereviere]

So glad I found your amazing channel! 😍 I thought I knew quite a bit on human history, but you’ve proven me wrong 😅 Thanks Paul for satisfying my never ending hunger for new knowledge; please keep up making these great and hugely appreciated videos. I really love them and always look forward to a new upload!

[@alessandrodelogu7931]

Another interesting story about a civilization I did not expect. The way these Burmese chronicles relate the history of the Bagan kingdom really feels like a chivalric novel. The poems are also very beautiful. I didn't know that Myanmar had such a rich poetic tradition. The excessive power and wealth of the priesthood were also a cause of decline for the New Kingdom of Egypt. The priests became rich and powerful enough to compete with the government, resulting in the fragmentation of the state. I wonder whether you will deal or not with Egypt in the future. You would either have to make a very long video or at least two or three, to cover completely such a long-lasting civilization. Otherwise you could make something about Medieval Armenia, starting from the ruins of Ani, the Kievan Rus or the Kushan Empire.

[@FallofCivilizations]

Thank you! Yes I will do Egypt in some respect at some point, although as you say it is hard to choose a cutoff point.

[@loveli420]

Egypt is broken down into I believe 3 major periods. Old Kingdom, Middle Kingdom and New Kingdom. Perhaps these would serve as markers for you to break down what you cover?

[@alessandrodelogu7931]

@@loveli420 I think that the best partition would be Ancient and Middle Kingdom, New Kingdom and Ptolemaic Egypt.

[@alessandrodelogu7931]

@@FallofCivilizations with China it was easier, because there is a clear succession of dynasties with good records. Egypt is much more ancient, and there are many dark spots and ambiguities.

[@tommywyc]

The only KZbin notification I look forward to! You're a legend Paul, can't wait to dive in

[@FallofCivilizations]

Hope you enjoy Tom!

[@tommywyc]

@@FallofCivilizations brilliant as always, huge congrats to you and your team

[@mergencytype3846]

🙏🏽 Needed a new one. Thanks for enriching my days.

[@therabman_5606]

A new video… today has just became a very good day indeed! I listen to these everyday to get me through work

[@MQuadrucci]

Add my voice to the sound of the crowd of your fans rejoicing in a new video about a place I've never heard of but will be enthusiastically-but-reverently teleporting to 100 times... at least. Even when listening passively I always recognize and appreciate your pitch and tone - your stories are, after all, about souls... Thank you for nourishing my brains, it feels good.

[@2lefThumbs]

That Maugham section, like many of your podcast/videos, shows what a man of the world Percy Shelley must have been to write Ozymandias in his 20s. Truly gripping episode, thanks to you and your team👍👍

[@godfreyofibelin301]

I started this on Spotify about 30 minutes ago, had to drop by to give my thanks and appreciation! It’s always a blessing and an exciting time when an alert from your channel pops up! Thank you! One of the best series on the platform!

[@spacelemming4493]

Just what I needed on my long journey home

[@janetleeadams7287]

Narrator is fantastic. I wish I had an audio book read by him.

[@LaurenMiddleton28]

These are masterpieces.. So informative.. so well researched.

[@SinnerChrono]

Thank you for the best long form history content on youtube.

[@rifham]

Thanks for new episode. These are great to listen to while painting the house!

[@brassteeth3355]

What a pleasant surprise. The highest possible information and quality production, thank you Paul.

[@PhilosoFeed]

Ahh, seeing this new release made my day.

[@euchiron]

This is an entirely new and fascinating subject to me and I love it. The voice presentations from you and your colleagues convey a reverence and fascination I love and I've been hooked since the first episode I heard. ❤️

[@sebastianbelau9379]

Thank you Paul! It is always a pleasure to listen to your ever improving podcasts!

[@sebastianucero7535]

I really apreciate the effort and quality of your work. Is a very good feeling when i get the notification of your channel. Thank you and congratulations

[@d.c.8828]

Hitting another one out of the park! Thanks, Mr. Cooper and the amazing team behind this fantastic educational podcast!

[@Poopanator1000]

I just finished the series last week and was voraciously searching the internet to see when a new episode might drop. Absolutely delighted to see this pop up in my feed!

[@SaltySpark]

Time for my routine. Throw this on while relaxing, fall asleep to it then rewatch tomorrow during work. Paul Cooper, you sir, are an adonis! Keep em coming!

[@eleonb]

I’m subscribed to several dozen excellent KZbin channels, but this is literally the only one for which I have the notifications activated. Awesome episode as always. Thanks Paul!

[@shaunantoniuk8843]

Yes! Another episode! The only channel I get notifications for. And I watch youtube every day.

[@slavi98]

Was just rewatching an episode yesterday, perfect timing.

[@FallofCivilizations]

Welcome back!

[@slavi98]

@@FallofCivilizations You are a legend!

[@tylercooper1551]

I imagine you may not read these, but I thought I'd say it anyway... I love your stuff man, so very well done, and all with no ads thrown in, which says to me that it's about the product more than it is the money for you. The content is amazing, and I hope you are having as much fun making it as we all are listening to it. From one Cooper to another, thank you for what you do, I bid thee much love from the center of the United States

[@FallofCivilizations]

Thanks Tyler, very kind of you!

[@dayangmarikit6860]

I love the temples of Bagan, in fact just awhile ago I was looking at some photos on Pinterest, however I don't know much about its history... This podcast would be a special treat for me, thanks.

[@tomriley5790]

Really interesting story, thank you for again putting the stories of the people and the civilisation to the remaining archeology and ruins.

[@lowgyi5994]

Bagan , the beginning of our Burmese people,cullture, literature and religion. Thank you very much for doing this podcast. People rarely know about Bagan.

[@FallofCivilizations]

My pleasure!

[@masonrabe7630]

I absolutely love the content created. Usually never comment, but for the last few years I've been using these videos/podcasts to study and truly listen to for peaking my curiosity in all things history. Can't wait to see what's next!

[@FallofCivilizations]

Thanks Mason, really glad you're enjoying!

[@Resolutionproject1]

I've loved listening to these as I play No Man's Sky. Now I am chuffed to see a new podcast AND an update to NMS. Thank you for your well researched and lovingly crafted videos/podcasts. They are simply my favourite thing on KZbin right now. Please keep up the excellent work!

[@russelljackson2818]

Another brilliant episode! I don't know what else to say, you all are simply unrivalled!

[@saumenroy8710]

I am a history lover. Thanks to you, I can visualize history through your voice. I may never thank you enough for working tirelessly and presenting such detailed view of a fallen civilization. Now the wait for the video podcast of the same episode starts.

[@FallofCivilizations]

Thanks Saumen! Video should be coming soon

[@sohama2967]

You deserve more views. The imersion i get from listening to this. Only other time I get this exited about a podcast/video is when Dan Carlin releases one.

[@DamonNomad82]

I was already a fan of your series, but this one hits close to home for me. My mom grew up in northern Thailand, just to the east of Myanmar/Burma, and the two lands are very similar in many ways. The description of the houses on stilts (my mom's family lived in one, which was old and leaning precariously, so they hired a man with an elephant to pull it straight before they moved in) and of the uses of teak wood (one of my mom's prize keepsakes is a large trunk made of teak wood) were especially fascinating.

[@rosiehawtrey]

Hmm, I need to build that style of house, with a lean - so as I can pull it into line with an elephant just to see the look on the insurance company cretins face when I claim... Elephants (and titanosaurs) have very interesting feet - kind of like a biological car tyre. They found 17 different fossils in one titanosaur footprint - they'd fallen into the quicksand and drowned.

[@pongleenus]

Your videos are the best to fall asleep to and not in a bad way. It takes the existential crisis thoughts out of my mind

[@roncostello6296]

My favorite and the most well crafted Podcast I know of. Thanks for your hard work!

[@FallofCivilizations]

Cheers Ron, very kind

[@sierrrrrrrra]

Every day with a FoC upload is a good day. Thanks!!!!

[@jimmyotool9533]

Been listening to your podcasts for the last 2 years now. The way you narrate is how to put it, informative, captivating and easy to understand. I would really love it if in the future you could do one on Parthia, that would be just awesome, either way I look forward to each episode, hats of to the time and effort you put into each one 😊