Episodes

1. Ancestors

Michael Wood joins the Qin family reunion as they gather to worship their ancestors.

2. Silk Roads and China Ships

Michael Wood looks at China's first great international age under the Tang Dynasty.

3. The Golden Age

Michael Wood looks at the Song dynasty era, including its art, inventions and cuisine.

4. The Ming

The tale of the Ming dynasty begins with the amazing story of Hongwu, a peasant rebel.

5. The Last Empire

The story of China's last empire, the Qing, which lasted from 1644 to 1912.

6. The Age of Revolution

Michael Wood investigates three cataclysmic revolutions which shaped modern-day China.

Overview

Michael Wood embarks on a great historical adventure, exploring the stories, people and landscapes that have helped create China's distinctive character and genius over four thousand years.

Details

Genres

Documentary

Language

EN

First Air Date

2016-01-21

Seasons

1

Episodes

6

Available On

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Cast

Michael Wood