China From Above(2015)
Overview
China is a land of immense scale and diversity, an ancient civilization with a fascinating history dating back thousands of years. From the monumental engineering feats of the Great Wall, to innovative and unique farming techniques, and a massive water splashing festival, you’ll discover how China has transformed its cities and infrastructure so much in three decades while still retaining its strong traditions, and how these strong traditions have shaped China’s landscape to make it uniquely recognizable and truly magnificent, especially from the air!
Loading episode ratings...
This may take a moment for shows with many seasons.
No imageSeason 1
2 episodes • 2015
Season 1
2 episodes • 2015
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Living Past | Jul 19, 2015 | 0.0 |
| 2 | The Future is Now | Jul 26, 2015 | 0.0 |
No imageSeason 2
2 episodes • 2018
Season 2
2 episodes • 2018
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dynamic Coast | Nov 10, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Land of Mountains and Rivers | Nov 19, 2018 | 0.0 |
Related Shows
The Quest For Everest
2015Karl and Chris goon a 3 week trip, where they got to travel through China, Tibet & Nepal with the highlight of reaching Mount Everest base camp. However, their plans fall apart with Chris being hospitalised with severe altitude sickness. Will they succeed with our quest for Everest?
Earth Moods
2021The series takes viewers on the ultimate retreat—transporting them to a vast array of colorful and calming corners of the world. Viewers travel to blue glaciers, arid deserts, lush rainforests and pulsating metropolises to escape from the cacophony of everyday life.
Rubio in Search of the Lost Taste
2019Chef Rubio's journey in search of the real ones flavors of the Far East will affect Thailand, China and Vietnam. As always, the chef will alternate stages in large cities with stages in small country villages, in order to show the public what the real local gastronomy is.
Legend of Martial Arts
2018Wushu is one of the most representative symbols of Chinese culture. Today, hundreds of millions of people around the world are practicing martial arts, experiencing eastern wisdom and the true meaning of martial arts. So how did martial arts spread abroad? What opportunities and challenges do generations of martial artists face in their overseas promotion?
Britain From Above
2008An epic journey revealing the secrets, patterns and hidden rhythms of our lives from a striking new perspective. Join host Andrew Marr as he discovers how each and every one of us is interconnecting making Britain what it is today. Britain looks very different from the skies. From a bird's eye view of the nation, its workings, cities, landscapes and peoples are revealed and re-discovered in new and extraordinary ways. Cutting edge technology allows you to see through cloud cover, navigate the landscape and witness familiar sights as never seen before.
Reggie In China
2019Reggie discovers contemporary China, diving deep into four megacities in search of the new generations transforming their future.
Egypt From Above
2019A spectacular aerial journey across Egypt reveals how the River Nile was the key to the ancients' empire and why it is still important today.
Along the Banks of the Yangtze
2016A six-part series in which photographer Ruben Terlou travels from Shanghai, the most westernized part of China, to the much more traditional Tibetan city of Shangri-La. Through the stories of people he meets along the 6,300-kilometre river, Ruben discovers the real China, forty years after Mao’s death.
Europe from Above
2019Using the very latest in drone and aerial photographic technology, tour across countries and their seasons, getting a unique view from above.
The Hidden Kingdoms of China
2019From its highest mountains and plateaus, to its thickest jungles and bamboo forests, CHINAS HIDDEN KINGDOMS will reveal the wild side to China that few knew existed.
China: A New World Order
2019Examining the controversial presidency of Xi Jinping and how he is reshaping the world order.
The Great Shokunin
2016No description available.
Life Matters
2016No description available.
China's Mega-Dam
UnknownNo description available.
Faith of the Century: A History of Communism
1999Communism spread to all of the continents of the word, lasting through four generations and over seven decades. Hundreds of millions of men and women were affected by this political system, one of the most unjust and bloodiest in history. Using newly discovered propaganda films and archival photos, these four episodes explore the mysteries of this totalitarian political machine that lured its share of important followers into the fold. Known as the red church, communism seduced its ardent followers like some earthly religion.
Thailand from Above
2017Thailand is not just a vacation destination, it is a wealth of culture and beauty. From the dramatic mountains of the North to the very tip of the Malay Peninsula in the South, travel the length and breadth of Thailand in this unique aerial adventure. Discover glimmering coastlines, hidden Khmer temples, luscious mangrove forests, and the traditional majesty of Thailand's historic capital.
Aerial Asia
2017A rare glimpse of Asia’s most treasured landmarks, all seen from breath-taking heights. From busy cityscapes to natural wonders, this four-part series shot in stunning 4K captures the history and culture of this extraordinary continent and reveals a spectacular view of Asia that has never been seen before.
Secrets of China
2015Billie JD Porter finds out what it’s really like to grow up in China, the country with the highest population on the planet.
The Pyramids: Solving The Mystery
2019The construction of the Egyptian pyramids remains an enigma, an unsolved mystery. But today, Egyptologists and archaeologists have developed a new tool which uses aerial and satellite images to provide valuable fresh clues about the position, construction, and evolution of these edifices. This series sets out to decode the mysteries of the pyramids' construction, and to recreate Egypt as it was more than 5000 years ago.
THE SECOND BIRTH OF THE CENTRAL EMPIRE
2019No description available.