Unearthing the Beaker Folk - Lost Copper Age Secrets of Mallorca Revealed | Time Team - S5 E5

Discover the secrets of the mysterious Beaker folk as archaeologists race to uncover a lost Copper Age settlement in Mallorca - will they solve a 4,000-year-old puzzle? Join a team of experts high in the mountains of northwest Mallorca as they investigate three ancient sites connected by enigmatic Beaker pottery. With only three days and limited resources, the archaeologists use cutting-edge geophysics, GPS mapping, and even experimental copper smelting to piece together the story of the Beaker people - a civilization that left behind remarkable artifacts but few answers. Watch as the team faces challenges from stubborn rubble to language barriers, all in pursuit of evidence that could make this one of Europe’s most significant archaeological discoveries. In this episode, you’ll witness the careful excavation of ancient buildings, the reconstruction of prehistoric pottery, and the hunt for clues linking settlements, sanctuaries, and sacred paths. The team explores how these islands served as stepping stones across the Mediterranean and investigates astronomical alignments that may have guided Beaker worship. Will they find the elusive Beaker dwelling? And what does the disappearance of the Southern Cross mean for this lost community? Perfect for history buffs, archaeology fans, and anyone fascinated by the mysteries of the past. #Archaeology #BeakerFolk #CopperAge #MallorcaHistory #AncientCivilizations #ExperimentalArchaeology #Prehistory #TimeTeam