See the world's most exotic and extraordinary creatures in their antural habitats. The Ranthambore National Park in India is the palce to observe the magnificent Royal Bengal tiger. Next, it's on to the Galapgos Islands to explore its unique wildlife, and then the Corcovado National Park in Costa Rica for a tour of a lowland rainforsts's fascinating flora and fauna. Observe efforts to protect the Giant Panda at the Wolong Natura Reserve in China, and discover the staggering diversity of the marine creatures that inhabit Austali's Great barrier Reef. Your once-in-a-life-time excursion to the world' Must SeePlaces concludes at Serengeti National Park and the MAsai Mara National Reserve where you'll witness one of nature's most awesome spectacles, the annual migration of over a million wildbeest.
Africa's wildbeest migration, Kenya's wild savannah, and Victoria Falls' tumbling waters, a steam train ride up India's Nilgiris Mountains, a close encounter with the rare Bengal tiger in the hot deserts of Rajasthan, the Buddhist festival at Gasa Dzong deep in the Himalyas, Chin'sGreat Wall and Beijing.
New Year's Eve in Paris, Lapland's stunning Northern Lights, Carnival in Venice, Egypt's awe-inspiring tombs, Easter morning in Jerusalem, The Lost City of Petra's archaeological splendors.
The great Barrier Reef in Australia, Hawaii's volcanoes, the Grand Canyon by mule and the Colorado River by white water raft, the savage and untamed Andes, New England's autumn display, Christmas in New York.
The Great Barrier Reef's colorful coral, Daintree's mist-shrouded mountains and crystal creeks, Lord Howe Island's rich wildlife, Shark Bay, where searing desert meets the aquamarine Indian Ocean.
Kings Canyon's oasis of rare plants, the majestic Flinders Ranges, magical Lake Eyre's thousands of water birds, ancient Kakdu's thundering waterfalls and aboriginal rock art.
The Australia Alp's stunning snow covered peaks and wooded valleys, the Blue Mountains' vast wilderness, Tasmania's awe-inspiring jagged peaks and glacial lakes, Lamingtons's primeval rainforest.
In this land of great beauty, the spirit of the past still rules, and the gods of old are part of the culture and a part of life. Yet, devotion to orthodox Christianity is a constant in the lives of nearly all Greek people.
Egypt is a collage of conflicting sights and sounds, but an affirming belief in the the Muslim god, Allah, unites the majority of people. Within lavish tombs buried beneath the desert, we discover ancient secrets of a great civilization and the pharaoh's quest for immortality.
Three great faiths of the modern wold converge in the hold city of Jerusalem. This place if pilgrimage and passion is a spiritual crossroads for the devout, and a wellspring of all that is sacred to Christians, Muslims, and Jews. This moving program explores each religion's claim on this ancient city of faith.
Academy Award-Nominee Shohreh Aghadashloo narrates this award-winning documentary that chronicles filmmaker Aryana Farshad's soul-stirring spiritual odyssey deep into the heart of her native Iran after 25 year absence. At the risk of confiscation of film equipment and the threat of drug traffickers, Farshad embarked on a courageous and unprecedented cinematic tour to capture on film rites and rituals hidden for centuries.
In India, the search for life's meaning takes many paths. The symbol for this intensely spiritual country is Taj Mahal, considered by many to be "the most beautiful building in the world." This exquisitely photographed program also explores the ghost city of Fatehpur Sikri.
Unravel the meaning of Egyptian hierogrlyphics, uncover fresh and vital clues to the original purpose of Stonehenge, Shed new light on the ancient, mythical Minoan civilization
Discover why the ancient Anatolian city of Catal Hoyuk was so mysteriously prosperous and Reconstruct the desert city of Petra's complex and secret underground water system.
Seek out the lost cities of the Incas, Discover the remarkable story behind the collapse of the Mayan civilization, Learn the startling truth about human sacrifice among the Moche people.
Series director Chip Duncan reflects on the inspiration behind Mystic Lands, and the challenges and rewards of creating the series.