China From Above

Country

United States

How it feels

This documentary series uses aerial footage to show China's landscapes, cities, and people. It contrasts ancient traditions with modern mega-scale developments.

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What happens

China from Above is a Chinese-American documentary television series premiered on September 24, 2015, on National Geographic Channel. It was produced by National Geographic Channel and the China Intercontinental Communication Center. The broadcast is narrated by Andres Williams. The documentary consists of two episodes, episode one features China's ancient civilization with a fascinating history dating back thousands of years; episode two takes to the air to reveal how modern China lives, eats, works, travels, and plays on a mega scale. "The documentary highlights both modern urban life and traditional rural lifestyles in China. It shows how people interact with their environment, including mountains, rivers, farmland, and cities. The series also illustrates how Chinese communities maintain cultural traditions, adapt to urbanization, and connect daily routines with natural landscapes." (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

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