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Brand new TV series Seven Wonders of the Ancient World airs tonight with special augmented reality twist on your phone

HISTORY fans should keep their phones close for a special TV series that will air with extra augmented reality tonight.

7 Wonders of the Ancient World will transport viewers with a simple QR code each episode to scan for virtual and immersive experiences delivered by Snapchat.

Woman taking a photo of a pyramid on a TV screen with her phone.

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Historian Bettany Hughes hosts the seriesCredit: Snapchat

People will be able to “explore” world-famous ancient sites across the Mediterranean and Middle East from the comfort of their living room.

This includes the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, and the Statue of Zeus at Olympia.

The show is hosted by renowned historian Bettany Hughes.

“The past is a living place, a place that’s relevant to all of us,” she said.

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“Using this meticulously researched augmented reality allows viewers at home to explore right inside these ancient wonders.

“It’s an immersive experience that we hope will bring the past to life for millions.”

The three-part series launches on 5 tonight at 6.30pm.

WHAT ARE THE SEVEN WONDERS OF THE ANCIENT WORLD?

  • Great Pyramid of Giza
  • Hanging Gardens of Babylon
  • Statue of Zeus at Olympia
  • Temple of Artemis at Ephesus
  • Mausoleum at Halicarnassus
  • Colossus of Rhodes
  • Lighthouse of Alexandria

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JoJo Siwa finally reunites with ‘soulmate’ Chris Hughes as they get VERY close on Mexico holiday after three weeks apart

JOJO Siwa has finally reunited with her Celebrity Big Brother co-star Chris Hughes with a romantic trip to Mexico.

The pair got VERY close in pictures shared on Snapchat after three weeks apart.

Couple reunited on a couch in a hotel lobby.

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JoJo Siwa and Chris Hughes shared this picture of their reunionCredit: Snapchat / @hchris22
A very happy girl with sparkly makeup and braided hair.

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JoJo couldn’t hide her excitement

Posting on Snapchat about meeting his “soulmate” again, Chris said: “Finally reunited.”

The pair were lying together on the sofa, as JoJo placed her handon Chris’s heart.

Chris flew 12 hours to meet JoJo in Mexico where she was booked for a performance.

It’s the first time they’ve seen each other since JoJo travelled back to America after their stint in the CBB house.

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JoJo called herself a “very happy girl” as she touched down in Mexico after a two-hour flight.

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