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China From Above

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  • Status: Ended
  • First Aired: July 19, 2015
  • Seasons: 2
  • Episodes: 4
  • Networks: National Geographic, National Geographic Channel
  • Genres: Documentary
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China From Above(2015)

TMDB Rating: 5.0 (5 votes)

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!

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Season 1

2 episodes • 2015Avg: 7.5

#EpisodeAir DateRating
1Living PastJul 19, 20157.0
2The Future is NowJul 26, 20158.0
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Season 2

2 episodes • 2018

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1Dynamic CoastNov 10, 20180.0
2Land of Mountains and RiversNov 19, 20180.0

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