Silk Road From Above
Silk Road From Above is an exhilarating aerial adventure along the world’s most renowned trade route. Dramatic drone and ground visuals, and striking satellite imagery, bring alive the rich history, long-lasting legacy and grandeur of the Silk Road.
State-of-the-art drone footage provides mesmerizing new angles of the countries, cities, and landscapes that the trade route once traversed. Viewers are taken on an epic expedition from the Silk Road’s eastern terminus in China, to the breathtaking shores of Italy’s Lake Como, passing through Central Asia, Turkey, and Europe along the way. We encounter locals who have preserved ancient traditions for generations, and individuals who have infused Silk Road customs with a modern twist, blending the old with the new. From the craftsmanship of handmade paper to the marvels of high-speed trains, this exhilarating and immersive series bridges the gap between the ancient and the present, unearthing the enduring historic thread that connects East to West.
Lost Worlds:
The Nabataeans