Plot: A journey takes us across Japan's four main islands, unravelling both its ancient and modern history and unique culture, from bustling metropolises more densely populated than any other on earth, to hidden shrines at the edge of the map.
Plot: `Thailand Earth's Tropical Paradise' is a three-part documentary exploring the natural world of Thailand. Widely known to tourists as a country of eye-catching landscapes and outrageous parties, Thailand is popular with visitors, however this series aims to uncover little-known facts about the natural...
Plot: The creators of "Chef's Table" take to the streets in this half-hour series. "Street Food" brings viewers to some of the world's most vibrant cities, where the rich culture of street food is explored. From the hawker stalls of Singapore to the food carts of India, episodes highlight the stories of...
Plot: China is a land full of extreme contrasts with its great blending of skyscrapers and ancient civilizations. The steep river valleys and harsh desert landscapes provide an epic cross-country journey that spans nearly 5,000 years of history. Soar over the valleys and other natural wonders like Mount...
Plot: Michael Portillo is in Southeast Asia, armed with his 1913 Bradshaw's Handbook. It will lead him on a spectacular 2,500-mile railway adventure across six countries. He explores towering megacities and magnificent mosques.
Plot: While Laos still bears the scars of its recent past as the most bombed country in history, its ambitious modern architecture and its thriving traditions are revealed.