Ancient China from Above

S01E02 Mysteries of Xanadu

Dr. Allan Maca embarks on an expedition to uncover the mythical lost city of Xanadu, located in Inner Mongolia. Once a magnificent capital of Kublai Khan, it was famously depicted by explorer Marco Polo as one of the Wonders of the World. Today, only remnants remain. However, with advanced satellite imaging and state-of-the-art technology, we now have the opportunity to reveal the mysteries of Xanadu and resurrect its opulent palaces, shedding light on this storied locale.