Civilisations

"Civilisations" takes viewers on a breathtaking journey through human history, exploring the role of art, architecture, and language in shaping civilizations across the globe. From the ancient Dogon of Mali to the modern-day Naxi of Yunnan, this documentary series delves into the unique cultural practices and creative expressions of diverse societies, shedding light on what it means to be human. Traveling to iconic sites like Petra and Sanxingdui, Professor Simon Schama and his team investigate the origins and evolution of civilizations, and examine why some have endured while others have vanished. Through stunning visuals and captivating storytelling, "Civilisations" reveals the power of art to express our deepest thoughts, emotions, and aspirations, and reminds us that the creative spirit is the cornerstone of humanity's greatest achievements.

Civilisations is currently unavailable to stream in undefined on the streaming services we have in our catalogue

Some TV shows that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Civilisations include Voir, High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America, Pepsi, Where's My Jet?.