Carl Sagan’s landmark science series – a journey through space, time and the history of human discovery – was filmed at real historic and natural sites across the world, from the ruins of Alexandria to the temples of India and beyond.
Where was Cosmos: A Personal Voyage filmed?
Cosmos was filmed at real sites around the world – Egypt, India, Japan, London and the United States.
Every Cosmos location, explained
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The ancient world – Alexandria
Sagan explored the legacy of the great library at Alexandria, Egypt.
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India and Japan
The series filmed in India and Japan to trace world science and myth.
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Europe – London
Scenes on scientific history used London and Europe.
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The American landscapes
Natural scenes used the deserts and skies of the United States.
Planning a visit
The real historic sites Sagan visited – from Alexandria to London – remain accessible windows on the story of science.
Cosmos Fun Facts
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Filmed around the world Sagan visited real historic sites across many countries.
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The Ship of the Imagination Sagan toured the universe aboard a dreamlike spacecraft.
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Billions and billions The phrase became forever linked to Carl Sagan.
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A landmark series It became one of the most-watched science series ever made.
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A later revival Neil deGrasse Tyson revived the series decades later.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Cosmos filmed?
At real sites around the world – Egypt, India, Japan, London and the United States.
Who presented Cosmos?
The astronomer Carl Sagan.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – many are famous historic sites.
When did it air?
1980.
Was there a revival?
Yes – a later series hosted by Neil deGrasse Tyson.
