Ramses the Great: King of Ancient Egypt

Royal Childhood is a programme that concentrates on the early years of the Egyptian ruler known as Ramses the Great. The series presents a focused look at his formative period, treating his youth as the central subject rather than his later achievements. It is structured as an episode that aims to give viewers a clear picture of how his life began. The core of the episode follows Ramses’s childhood, which was largely spent in the city of Luxor. In that setting he received his education and was groomed to take up the throne. The narrative tracks his upbringing in Luxor, showing how his learning and preparation were directed toward making him the rightful heir. Luxor serves as the backdrop for most of his early experiences, and the programme highlights the city's role in shaping his knowledge and skills. The emphasis is on the way his tutors and surroundings contributed to his readiness for future rule. Overall, the episode paints a concise portrait of Ramses the Great’s youth, underscoring the importance of his Luxor‑based schooling and the deliberate preparation that set the stage for his eventual succession.