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Season 1, 11 episodes

Episode 1: Amsterdam
- Now playing
- 25m
- Sep 30, 2014
We immerse ourselves in their golden age, profiling these cities from inside out. Discover their secrets, soak up the atmosphere on their streets and learn about the exceptional men who built them all those centuries ago. In this episode, we travel to Amsterdam.
Episode 2: London
- 25m
- Sep 30, 2014
Queen Victoria very much made her mark on England and especially London for example imposing St Pancras Station, of which she was very proud. The British capital is full of charm and history, come with us as we discover its secrets.
Episode 3: Bangkok
- 25m
- Sep 30, 2014
These majestic cities share much in common: artistic history, stunning architecture and a rich historic, cultural and literary heritage. Each episode is a journey to the heart of one legendary city. We immerse ourselves in their golden age, profiling these cities from inside out. In this episode we visit Bangkok.
Episode 4: New Orleans
- 25m
- Sep 29, 2014
These majestic cities share much in common: artistic history, stunning architecture and a rich historic, cultural and literary heritage. Each episode is a journey to the heart of one legendary city. We immerse ourselves in their golden age, profiling these cities from inside out. In this episode we visit New Orleans.
Episode 5: Athens
- 25m
- Sep 30, 2014
A spectacular documentary series looking at the most beautiful cities in the world. Athens is the birthplace of democracy filled with historic relics and structures that have survived from the golden age in the 5th century BC. Places like the acropolis and the Parthenon and all the treasures they stored really conjure up a picture of ancient Greece in all its glory.
Episode 6: St. Petersburg
- 25m
- Sep 29, 2014
We look at the city of Tsars and splendour nicknamed the 'Venice of the North'. Peter the Great wanted to hoist Russia up to European level and his wife Catherine the Great went a long way to help that by collecting over 3 million remarkable artistic masterpieces from around the world. A fascinating look at a fascinating city.
Episode 7: Phnom Penh
- 25m
- Sep 29, 2014
Phnom Penh is found in the intersection of four rivers, therefore it is poetically referred to as the 'City of Four Faces'. During the era of colonialism, when the city underwent huge development, it became known as the 'Pearl of Southeast Asia'. Today, Phnom Penh is a lively and diverse city, characterised by its unique culture, history and traditions.
Episode 8: Saint Louis
- 25m
- Sep 29, 2014
The city of Saint Louis in Senegal is steeped in history. Its name itself pays homage to Louis XIV. The French founded this strategically located trading post in the 17th century. Nowadays, this port is bustling with trade and commerce. Saint Louis is now the second biggest city in Senegal; immensely proud of its history and culture.
Episode 9: Guangzhou (Canton)
- 25m
- Sep 29, 2014
Canton is a legendary commercial trading post located on the Pearl River. For centuries, the city was where China met the West. Jinlun Guild Hall in the Huangpu district has many references to the city's prestigious colonial past. Shamian Island is an oasis of tranquility at the heart of this immense city, it's particularly symbolic of the former French and British presence.
Episode 10: Pondicherry
- 25m
- Sep 29, 2014
Pondicherry located in the region of Tamil Nadu is an exception on Indian territory. Former French colony, the city's culture has been shaped by many influences. Nowadays, 5000 inhabitants have French nationality and a clear inheritance can be seen in architecture, religion and language.
Episode 11: Florence
- 25m
- Sep 28, 2014
We delve into the history of one of the most culturally rich and architecturally significant cities in the world: Florence. The city where the renaissance began. In the 15th century Florence became one of the most beautiful cities in the world, a city made sublime by the spirit of the renaissance

Legendary Cities

2014 to present
1 season
25m per episode
Documentary
Family
War & Politics

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Embark in a journey through some of the most beautiful cities in the world in this documentary series. Each episode features a new city and explores the many things that make it the legendary place it is today.

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1 season and 11 episodes so far
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Created by: Patrick de Carolis
Jean-Luc Orabona
Lucille Bellanger
Status: Returning Series
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 11
First aired: September 30, 2014
Original language: English
Countries: Cambodia, China, France, Greece, India, Italy, Netherlands, Russia, Thailand, United Kingdom, United States of America

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Anaprod Productions

Episodes

Season 1, 11 episodes

Episode 1: Amsterdam
- Now playing
- 25m
- Sep 30, 2014
We immerse ourselves in their golden age, profiling these cities from inside out. Discover their secrets, soak up the atmosphere on their streets and learn about the exceptional men who built them all those centuries ago. In this episode, we travel to Amsterdam.
Episode 2: London
- 25m
- Sep 30, 2014
Queen Victoria very much made her mark on England and especially London for example imposing St Pancras Station, of which she was very proud. The British capital is full of charm and history, come with us as we discover its secrets.
Episode 3: Bangkok
- 25m
- Sep 30, 2014
These majestic cities share much in common: artistic history, stunning architecture and a rich historic, cultural and literary heritage. Each episode is a journey to the heart of one legendary city. We immerse ourselves in their golden age, profiling these cities from inside out. In this episode we visit Bangkok.
Episode 4: New Orleans
- 25m
- Sep 29, 2014
These majestic cities share much in common: artistic history, stunning architecture and a rich historic, cultural and literary heritage. Each episode is a journey to the heart of one legendary city. We immerse ourselves in their golden age, profiling these cities from inside out. In this episode we visit New Orleans.
Episode 5: Athens
- 25m
- Sep 30, 2014
A spectacular documentary series looking at the most beautiful cities in the world. Athens is the birthplace of democracy filled with historic relics and structures that have survived from the golden age in the 5th century BC. Places like the acropolis and the Parthenon and all the treasures they stored really conjure up a picture of ancient Greece in all its glory.
Episode 6: St. Petersburg
- 25m
- Sep 29, 2014
We look at the city of Tsars and splendour nicknamed the 'Venice of the North'. Peter the Great wanted to hoist Russia up to European level and his wife Catherine the Great went a long way to help that by collecting over 3 million remarkable artistic masterpieces from around the world. A fascinating look at a fascinating city.
Episode 7: Phnom Penh
- 25m
- Sep 29, 2014
Phnom Penh is found in the intersection of four rivers, therefore it is poetically referred to as the 'City of Four Faces'. During the era of colonialism, when the city underwent huge development, it became known as the 'Pearl of Southeast Asia'. Today, Phnom Penh is a lively and diverse city, characterised by its unique culture, history and traditions.
Episode 8: Saint Louis
- 25m
- Sep 29, 2014
The city of Saint Louis in Senegal is steeped in history. Its name itself pays homage to Louis XIV. The French founded this strategically located trading post in the 17th century. Nowadays, this port is bustling with trade and commerce. Saint Louis is now the second biggest city in Senegal; immensely proud of its history and culture.
Episode 9: Guangzhou (Canton)
- 25m
- Sep 29, 2014
Canton is a legendary commercial trading post located on the Pearl River. For centuries, the city was where China met the West. Jinlun Guild Hall in the Huangpu district has many references to the city's prestigious colonial past. Shamian Island is an oasis of tranquility at the heart of this immense city, it's particularly symbolic of the former French and British presence.
Episode 10: Pondicherry
- 25m
- Sep 29, 2014
Pondicherry located in the region of Tamil Nadu is an exception on Indian territory. Former French colony, the city's culture has been shaped by many influences. Nowadays, 5000 inhabitants have French nationality and a clear inheritance can be seen in architecture, religion and language.
Episode 11: Florence
- 25m
- Sep 28, 2014
We delve into the history of one of the most culturally rich and architecturally significant cities in the world: Florence. The city where the renaissance began. In the 15th century Florence became one of the most beautiful cities in the world, a city made sublime by the spirit of the renaissance

Episodes

E1 Episode 1: Amsterdam

E2 Episode 2: London

E3 Episode 3: Bangkok

E4 Episode 4: New Orleans

E5 Episode 5: Athens

E6 Episode 6: St. Petersburg

E7 Episode 7: Phnom Penh

E8 Episode 8: Saint Louis

E9 Episode 9: Guangzhou (Canton)

E10 Episode 10: Pondicherry

E11 Episode 11: Florence

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Episodes

E1 Episode 1: Amsterdam

E2 Episode 2: London

E3 Episode 3: Bangkok

E4 Episode 4: New Orleans

E5 Episode 5: Athens

E6 Episode 6: St. Petersburg

E7 Episode 7: Phnom Penh

E8 Episode 8: Saint Louis

E9 Episode 9: Guangzhou (Canton)

E10 Episode 10: Pondicherry

E11 Episode 11: Florence

Episode 1: Amsterdam

Episode 2: London

Episode 3: Bangkok

Episode 4: New Orleans

Episode 5: Athens

Episode 6: St. Petersburg

Episode 7: Phnom Penh

Episode 8: Saint Louis

Episode 9: Guangzhou (Canton)

Episode 10: Pondicherry

Episode 11: Florence

Episode 1: Amsterdam

Episode 2: London

Episode 3: Bangkok

Episode 4: New Orleans

Episode 5: Athens

Episode 6: St. Petersburg

Episode 7: Phnom Penh

Episode 8: Saint Louis

Episode 9: Guangzhou (Canton)

Episode 10: Pondicherry

Episode 11: Florence