The Ancient Fortress: Delving into Mont-Saint-Michel's Secrets | Full Documentary

[@nicholasflynn5376]

I first visited Mont San Michell as a 16 year old in 1974 and was absolutely captivated by it and have visited it probably 20 times since, with a new wife then with children and now with grandchildren,and am still captivated, not many know but there are two other saint Michael’s mounts, one in Mounts bay In Cornwall and Inis Mhicilan here in Ireland.

[@AKSnowbat907]

That's a cool story!

[@griffhenshaw5631]

We saw it almost the same time at the same age. It still awes me.

[@nicholasflynn5376]

@@griffhenshaw5631it really is awe inspiring.

[@michaelpcooksey5096]

Ahhh 20 visits ... and $$$$$ big time in my mind ... but from Ireland ... much more affordable. Now no visit likely for this child. Sooo am grateful for the video ... much more data than any visit of mine would have uncovered.

[@nicholasflynn5376]

@@michaelpcooksey5096it’s not that expensive for us, we have two options, we live about 40 minutes from a direct ferry or a one hour flight from an airport also about 40 minutes away.

[@karphin1]

One thing to imagine how difficult to lay siege to Le Mont Saint Michel, but imagine bringing in building materials, supplies, furnishings, etc.! A formidable challenge.

[@hanac5751]

All done by chisel and hammer, so we are told. Think about it. We have been so indoctrinated into believing a nonsense in so many areas of the 'history'. They are laughing their asses off and call us a herd. Perhaps we deserve it.

[@bozz267]

You know that was literally my first thought as soon as the documentary started my first thought was how in the hell did they manage to even bring all the materials there let alone build it. That alone is just remarkable and an astonishing accomplishment itself cuz how challenging and difficult it would be even in today's time so imagine doing it 900 years ago and the type of equipment and technology that was available to them at that time. During low tide anything moving especially heavy sinks in the quicksand during high tide sea is rough and need huge boats but it's not deep enough for big ships plus it constantly keeps going in and out. If u could would u wanna get in a time machine and go watch the construction of it thru times and grab a chance to live there lol I would

[@Perspectiveon]

As an old man who has always been fascinated by history and achitecture I prefer preservation over profiteering, dramatization and sensationalizing what is already truely amazing in the first place. Mont Saint Michel is such a place.

[@lindabriggs5118]

Although I have never been there, Mont-Saint Michel has always held a deep fascination for me and my family. The reason being is that area of France was where my ancestral forebears were from. I'm too old now to be able to visit there as I am unable to walk very far, and the steep incline would be almost impossible for me, due to my heart problems. My ancestral family immigrated from that area in the mid-1500's and resettled first on the Island of Acadia then around Quebec. Eventually moving into New Brunswick and onto northern Maine. Both my parents were born in a small town of primarily French speaking people of Van Buren.

[@michaelpcooksey5096]

I note the missing story of the farmer St. Michael appeared to and told him he wanted a church built in his name on the rock. The farmer said the land was owned by others who were depending on the area for crops and likely would not sell. St. Michael’s response was that the current fields would be destroyed by seawater thus making it impossible to grow anything there. This video makes it a point to attack the hole in the skull … OK, but why leave out historical data or ‘myth’ around such a wonderful site?

[@susannabonke8552]

Now keep the memory in your heart and stay blessed.

[@doberman1ism]

I am thoroughly mesmerized by archaeology and geology coming together along with science. A wonderful documentary. Well researched. The cinematic drone footage is breathtaking.

[@SuperTonyony]

My ancestors created my surname when they were employed at the Abby, centuries ago. This gorgeous site has a special place in my heart. ❤👍🙂

[@thewesthasfallenchristisking]

What is your surname?

[@maxasaurus3008]

Ah yes 🤔 the Tonyonys of Au Ju!

[@karphin1]

I visited the Mount in 2000, and was transported by the astounding architecture and breathtaking views within and without. I really enjoyed this discussion and exploration of the secrets of this extraordinary place. One of the world’s great sites!

[@daphne8406]

Never been but has been on my bucket list since I first learned of it as a child 🤗 Hope to visit soon one day!

[@jonnywatts2970]

I would love to visit this sight. Absolutely amazing!

[@mariefrancenitski1101]

Each time I visit my family in France I go to the Mont Saint Michel with the same admiration and émerveillement .mf

[@Normally_aspirated]

THIS is the information I was looking for. Excellent video

[@hollyw9566]

Why must these narrators be so breathless! If sensationalism is what it takes to get people interested in history and architecture, I guess it's worth it, but it sure is off-putting to a person like myself who hasn't had a T.V. in more than a decade.

[@richard-cf8ce]

Fascinating thank you for the wonderful documentary

[@robbier3661]

excellent documentary thru factual science ...kudos keep it up....

[@chris.asi_romeo]

Mont saint Michel is probably the most outstanding architecture in the middle age on how they made it in the middle of the sea 🏝️ 🏰. So impressive.

[@chris.asi_romeo]

Excellent documentary 💯💯👏👏. Love watching it.

[@phljn1978]

I love architecture and archeology. I would have enjoyed some investigation into the subterranean building components such as vaults, tunnels, etc. Perhaps less of the speculation and chatter?

[@slash09r1]

Modern documentaries kill me. They're like the reality shows. They should really have a different category for them, call em shockumentaries or something

[@StephiSensei26]

Brilliant! Merci beaucoup.

[@virginiahardy9213]

Thank you for what you are doing! Be careful and take care!

[@nicoledemedici5]

We stayed for 5 nights on the island, spectacular ❤

[@nativetexan53]

IF, and that's a big IF these days, I ever go to France, it is on my bucket list, along with Monet's Gardens.

[@henryterranauta9100]

❤❤Impressive documentary ❤❤thanks 🇫🇷🇫🇷merci beaucoup🇫🇷🇫🇷🇫🇷 0:58

[@catherineembone4354]

very fascinating

[@pinkkitten_nails]

I really like your channel. New subscriber here. Great content

[@Mommygrill]

Love this channel🎉🎉

[@Friskee62]

VERY COOL...

[@Greg-rd8qr]

I visited this yr. it was fantastic!

[@Geoplanetjane]

I got stuck in quicksand once, up to my knees, in the Powder River in Montana. Fortunately, I was wearing chest waders. I was able to move in the direction of the river bank and thereby rescued myself.

[@julzhepburn3688]

Who lives there now ? Maybe there is another vlog about its peoples history ,,there must be some amazing stories to be told,,,i have seen it from the sea,,quite amazing ,settled and not travelling so love this look into such an extrodinary place,, 🙏🌏🦋thankyou

[@markbender49]

Hi, we were there a few years ago and there are many people living there. I imagine many of them are employed in the many shops and restaurants. There are also a number of hotels there. It was on my " bucket list" yet my trip there was due to a change in my cruise itinerary. A VERY happy change. What many find objectionable is the throngs of people, but....as you keep walking through the main entry (which is fairly narrow) small alleys appear and they "soak up" the mass. Eventually you find yourself alone and have the chance to just wander. Absolutely fabulous experience that I hope my brain can recall decades from now. If you view any KZbins on MSM look past all of the people and fall in love with it.

[@mcz428]

There’s only 40 people who live there full time year round

[@mcz428]

I was just there in July 2023

[@griffhenshaw5631]

In 1976 I saw mont st Michelle. It hit me more than all other castles and Cathedrals. But you might not walk away from it on the sand as the water was rising and slowlyThe water seek through the sand. We made it back no problem. I got a bottle of the Cologne which became my favorite Cologne. I got some of the and even the old judicial 3 sided bottle. The place was built to last and such a fantastic idea.

[@AveMaria1917]

How wonderful to go and visit as a Perfect Soul...

[@tovesotnak678]

I would have loved that the story was presented in timeline, or step by step, instead of this bombardment with pictures. This is indeed a very interesting place on earth.

[@sfaininja4224]

So cool!

[@susietunisie]

Shame you didn't mention the leyline the isle is on, or go right down in the interior...or invesigate the cathoderal tech. Has anyone done lidar scanning of the surrounding hidden depths under the sands/sediment...? That"d be awesome

[@lindamckenzie4543]

Yes, that would be amazing. Let’s hope this is done sooner than later. 🧜🏼‍♀️

[@Geoplanetjane]

I understand the monastic order Le Fraternité de Jerusalem with both monks and nuns is now resident at Mont St. Michel. Is that true?

[@pamjean2308]

Beautiful. As an artist i would like long shots so i can study each shot without stopping video. The short shots are too short.

[@Geoplanetjane]

You can do screenshots of the views you want

[@suneesunee7576]

Wow 😮❤❤❤

[@RobertRanieri]

Fabulous account

[@irisfandre865]

Im August war ich auf dem Mont Saint-Michel von Freitag bis Samstag. Ich war in der Abtei. Dort habe ich übernachtet. Es war wunderschön und beeindruckend. Ich war zwei Jahre in der Michael Schule in Frankfurt am Main. Dadurch habe ich eine gewisse Beziehung zum Erzengel Michael. Darum war ich auf dem Mont Saint-Michel. Ich fühlte mich geborgen und behütet. Am Samstag besuchte ich eine Messe in Saint Pierre. Diese Reise war für mich eine Bereicherung.

[@ellen4956]

They didn't do what the title implies. I wanted to see more archaeology rather than repeating the same things over and over and never making any conclusions. Formation of the rock was interesting, and the one old part of the church being dated to the tenth century was also interesting. But the person interviewed about that old part said that only proves that there was once an even older part. They didn't try to find any evidence of it. So much for delving into secrets.

[@markcherry4294]

bravo

[@rachidismaili6066]

Thank you.But avoid noise

[@get.factual]

Sorry for that!

[@michaeltorpy3366]

The fortifications and some of the buildings reminds me of St malo as I used to live in Jersey we went to both places a lot especially st malo as that's where the ferry from Jersey docked

[@donmarek7001]

So how was sewer and water handled before plumbing? What about food? Beautiful and amazing structure.

[@argusfleibeit1165]

So many unanswered questions. Where indeed did fresh water come from? How did they get all those building materials out there? How did they get that giant statue up on top of the steeple before there were helicopters? Bizarre, to say the least.

[@Anthraxb0mb]

Anybody else immediately bothered by how the narrator pronounces "impenetrable?" 0:52 1:16

[@claudelebel49]

Is this computer-generated narration? If so, it is rather excellent except for a few glaring errors in pronunciation

[@samanthamaynard4447]

Is that potentially what it is, computer generated? The mispronunciations are awful. So distracting.

[@brianhill5009]

I gave up on this video when it became clear the producers were more interested, for some reason that escapes me, in determining the ages of stones than showing the place the stones are in.

[@susannabonke8552]

The archangel Michael is one of the most powerful fighters for justice in biblical texts..so this rock has some power.

[@NicholBrummer]

Strange. Why not mention St. Michaels mount at Penzance? And other high points dedicated to the Archangel? The story fits a general pattern. Probably also preceding Roman and Celtic stories or gods.

[@williamdogan1149]

I stayed there overnight!

[@michaelpcooksey5096]

I note the missing story of the farmer St. Michael appeared to and told him he wanted a church built in his name on the rock. The farmer said the land was owned by others who were depending on the area for crops and likely would not sell. St. Michael’s response was that the current fields would be destroyed by seawater thus making it impossible to grow anything there. This video makes it a point to attack the hole in the skull … OK, but why leave out historical data or ‘myth’ around such a wonderful site?

[@fmaziz93]

wish i can visit there one day

[@giuseppelogiurato5718]

I had to turn it off the second time he said "im-pe-NET-ra-ble"

[@vsznry]

Wow so Mads Mikklesons character in Casino Royale was aptly named: Le Chiffe, who guarde the ramparts of SPECTRE. ;)

[@missesraisin]

The technology of the watchers and the Nephilim always included Granite, It will be at the core of this structure somewhere.

[@richardgraham7055]

The monks would NEVER drill a hole in his skull after dearth, would they.

[@Perspectiveon]

No. You can see on the edges that a lot of healing occured so he must have been alive quite a bit after the incident. Many such skulls from middleage monestaries are preserved. Hypothesis is they knew how to relieve pressure on the brain surgically.

[@dianahill5116]

It might have been a means and ways of torture. ___ It might be a means and ways of a lobotomy. ___ It might have been used to incapacitate a person mentally, by damaging the person's brain.

[@rossr6616]

why wait for death? 😂

[@johndavid5618]

"The germans were station their..!!""During the d/day landing..!!!!

[@debbylou5729]

These experts never think of the obvious. Maybe the builders LIKED the older styles. They leave no room for common choices. It’s like wondering and being amazed at a new building in the art deco style

[@pattyHK]

In 1985 i saw a documentary on the illusion of the solidity of matter. It was focused on the clocktower on Mont St Michel. I still dont understand it.

[@luckytaylor382]

The pronunciation in this video’s narration was really distracting, and it detracts from the whole video. Finding someone else to read the scripts would be a huge improvement and take these videos to the levels they deserve.

[@finncarlbomholtsrensen1188]

I did visit it, but many years ago and bought an English Book here, with connection both to my Nordic ancestry, France and England. "The year of the three Battles". Nordic based Wilhelm stayed here before his decisive attack on England and before that Harold Godwinson met Norwegian King, Harald Hardrata outside York, before Wilhelm and Harold finally met at Hastings. Harald Hardrata had met and defeated a Border Earl, Tostig outside York before his final defeat at Stamford Bridge. All seemingly Nordic based, though Harold is clamed to be the last Saxon. But why the Nordic like name?

[@monikagrosch9632]

The argument over the hole in the skull caused by an archangel is a typical circular argument.

[@randomvintagefilm273]

I've always wanted to go here but nobody will go with me 😢

[@GoodGuy-rm8wx]

I love my Mama very much, now you know that

[@charlesbiskeborn3369]

I love the whole video but the part about keeping the island an island is probably going to be moot in about 50 years. Then everyone concerned is going to be trying to save it from the rising sea level. Such a terrible cycle of events. I just hope we as a global community can work together to mitigate what is predicted. I sure hope so.

[@MultiPetercool]

Mont Saint Michel was what inspired Claude Debussy to compose “Le Cathedrale Engloutie”

[@kimjongun2081]

5:36

[@thefonzkiss]

Fifteen minutes of information over 52. How can you make such a fascinating subject boring? What an awful documentary.

[@debrabloch3003]

A previous civilization many resets ago was much larger and of less density and more capable of using mind to restructure mass and build.

[@lindamckenzie4543]

Truth 😊

[@Geoplanetjane]

This was the era of the construction of France’s great cathedrals, including Notre Dame de Paris and Notre Dame de Chartres and the oldest the Cathedral of St. Denis.

[@Geoplanetjane]

Regarding the cyst in Bishop Aubert’s skull, such cysts can and do open up and spill their contents or get opened up through surgery. We don’t know, do we, whether the cyst actually did this while Bishop Aubert was still alive. Anyway, we can now know the natural processes behind what are to most observers miraculous occurrences. A very interesting situation.

[@gloriahoulihan8717]

Is a cyst a messenger?

[@marzymarrz5172]

If the narration is an AI voice, its pretty obnoxious.

[@scottiesrockmaggie6279]

Very informative and interesting. My only criticism is who/whatever is narrating needs to learn to pronounce English words. ImPENatrable; INfinitely; terraCOTa Not terracoata. The narrations that slaughter the language drive me NUTS!

[@AKSnowbat907]

It's interesting the scales they have in Michaels hands. The whole story of him weighing our souls etc. It stands contrary to the New Testament teaching, 1 Cor 6, which say that Christians be the ones to judge angels.

[@johnamor1]

Sniper Elite 5 brought me here.

[@justinkrann7406]

All I want to do is stay two nights on the island and wonder around in the evening.... how much will it cost?

[@-_Nuke_-]

So this is basically Minas Tirith!

[@JackHandy7385]

This guy pronounces Impenetrable like he's never heard the word spoken before.

[@missesraisin]

Granite is at the core of this ancient construction, they won't show us the original granite structure which is probably placed by by something else.

[@cran6erry]

what a great idea to build the church dedicated to Archangel Michael on a huge piece of fire-born magma. the medieval people could smell the truth.

[@alannah_hegbug1931]

I'm mesmerized by how he pronounces "impenetrable"

[@joeswampdawghenry]

Did u find zee Holy Grail?

[@Andy_Babb]

The second I see the word “ancient” in the title my eyes widen just a little bit 😂

[@get.factual]

Same here👀

[@tekaha7152]

Is there anything in france worth learning about other than french fries and Le Maccas?

[@Geoplanetjane]

Harald Hadrata was of Norwegian royal lineage

[@veronicalogotheti1162]

Gothics is grecoromana like the language

[@jeffrenman4146]

Opening the door with the key and when he went inside I thought the brickwork was awful mostly plaster because that's the sign of rotten workmanship. Nothing fits it's pure plaster. Maybe because nobody goes there nobody sees it. The rest of the building is marvelous

[@JohnTLyon]

If I had a hole in my head, I'd see angels, too!

[@RachelWellborn-h6w]

From volcano

[@stefanschleps8758]

Meh.....do they have beer?1 😅

[@ryanscottlogan8459]

If only Louis XVI had sent Marie Antoinette and his children there when revolution was brewing they might have been saved!

[@minutewithmark7564]

Our history and timeline we were all taught is totally bogus There was a united people that built this and all the magnificent “cathedrals” state & federal capitals, colleges, canals and on & on. We to this day cannot recreate any of these marvelous structures. Search capitals of the world or movie reels & pics around the late 1800’s early 1900’s.. you will find they were all built by the same people..

[@susanhoneycutt5610]

Really?

[@SpiritGirlSF]

Who pronounces impenetrable in such a way? AI?

[@tohe0000]

Does it have (a) ghost/s?

[@Patriot1789]

Who lives inthe village around the mount?

[@gingerdean1521]

It is mostly empty now. There are a few overnight facilities for tourists at a price

[@treesnl]

When are docu makers going to stop using AI in place of actual human narration? The constant mispronounciation and awkward phrasing is jarring.

[@shane_asylum]

Ummm, a human is narrating. Try actually watching videos before commenting. 🤦

[@bryan5549]

Cheers to the man with the ridiculous moustache!

[@richsmyth8640]

Do any monks still live there

[@bevsputler5455]

My screen was dark???

[@bozz267]

Imagine living there having ur house right at the top and every morning u wake up u can hear and smell the sea and nature and u step outside on the balcony to drink coffee and have breakfast with ur wife and kids and below u all over u see the most amazing beautiful structures. U literally start every day with happiness and best mood ever u wouldn't miserable ever. If ur not satisfied with living there and r able to have conflicts then ur the type that will be miserable whole life and never know how it feels to truly be happy and the type that spends every second looking for a reason to make others miserable cuz ur selfish and jealous ur not capable of being satisfied and happy no matter what cuz u put ur wants before it needs and if u can't distinguish the two and be completely happy and satisfied cuz u have all ur needs than how can u possibly be happy by having something only cuz u wanted it thats a fleeting moment or happiness. Think high of ur self believe it also special but don't ever think ur better than anyone or anything in any way and only u can truly understand ur feelings and maker ur self happy and others can only help cuz how can I make u happy if u can't even make ur self happy. OMG if I could just live there and have a family I'll constantly keep trying to show my appreciation and how thankful I am to be that blessed and I'll never stop helping other to try achieve that type of happiness but I got what I got here now so I must be thankful for this too cuz the same way I admire that someone somewhere probably admires what I have and wish they had it too

[@veronicalogotheti1162]

They did that all over Building over

[@veronicalogotheti1162]

Thank you

[@AtOneMent1844]

Can you get to the point. Is annoying just keep showing the 3D images and the alien look alike characters from the History channel.

[@jaenmartens5697]

Too much WILD speculation. Modern geology is no longer an accountable scientific account- phooey