The Silk Road
Series Overview
Alfred de Montesquiou, a war correspondent for the Associated Press news agency and a journalist for Paris Match – for which he has covered most of the Arab Spring revolutions – will be our knowledge broker along the Silk Road, the mythical network of trade routes that for centuries linked the Far East to the West. Follow in the footsteps of illustrious predecessors, from Alexander the Great to Marco Polo. Journey through time, encountering specialists, historians, or just everyday people with a passion who will help you grasp the past and present identities of those countries. From Bursa in Turkey to Xi’an in China, Alfred guides and accompanies you in this fresh and original way to discover History.
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1 Season • 15 Episodes
30 min per episode
2017 – 2017
Premiered: Tue, Jan 10, 2017
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 15: “China: Xian”
Alfred arrives in Xi’an - in the province of Shaanxi. The Silk Road caravans used to end their long journey in this millenary city.
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Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Xavier Lefebvre
Department Leadership Roster
Xavier Lefebvre
Director
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What is The Silk Road about?
Alfred de Montesquiou, a war correspondent for the Associated Press news agency and a journalist for Paris Match – for which he has covered most of the Arab Spring revolutions – will be our knowledge broker along the Silk Road, the mythical network of trade routes that for centuries linked the Far East to the West. Follow in the footsteps of illustrious predecessors, from Alexander the Great to Marco Polo. Journey through time, encountering specialists, historians, or just everyday people with a passion who will help you grasp the past and present identities of those countries. From Bursa in Turkey to Xi’an in China, Alfred guides and accompanies you in this fresh and original way to discover History.
How many seasons does The Silk Road have?
The Silk Road comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Silk Road?
Key cast members in The Silk Road include Alfred de Montesquiou.
Who created or directed The Silk Road?
The Silk Road was developed and directed by Xavier Lefebvre.