Silk Road From Above

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Silk Road From Above

On a journey from Xi'an, the birthplace of the Silk Road in China, to the bustling city of Lanzhou in the country's northwest, discover the enduring legacy of iconic goods like silk and tea, witness the profound impact of imported ideas like Buddhism and experience cutting-edge innovations from electronic vehicles to heavy duty cargo trains that transport the trade route into the 21st century.

Series, Documentary, Travel


Silk Road From Above - TV Showtimes

Monday, February 16

4:05pm

Silk Road From Above ‘Series 1, Episode 1’

SBS

Silk Road From Above

'Series 1, Episode 1'

SBS, 4:05pm, Mon, 16 Feb 2026, 60 minutes

REPEAT

On a journey from Xi'an, the birthplace of the Silk Road in China, to the bustling city of Lanzhou in the country's northwest, discover the enduring legacy of iconic goods like silk and tea, witness the profound impact of imported ideas like Buddhism and experience cutting-edge innovations from electronic vehicles to heavy duty cargo trains that transport the trade route into the 21st century.

Series, Singapore, English, Documentary, Travel, Season 1 Episode 1


Silk Road From Above ‘Series 1, Episode 1’

SBS HD

Silk Road From Above

'Series 1, Episode 1'

SBS HD, 4:05pm, Mon, 16 Feb 2026, 60 minutes

REPEAT

On a journey from Xi'an, the birthplace of the Silk Road in China, to the bustling city of Lanzhou in the country's northwest, discover the enduring legacy of iconic goods like silk and tea, witness the profound impact of imported ideas like Buddhism and experience cutting-edge innovations from electronic vehicles to heavy duty cargo trains that transport the trade route into the 21st century.

Series, Singapore, English, Documentary, Travel, Season 1 Episode 1


Tuesday, February 17

4:05pm

Silk Road From Above ‘Series 1, Episode 2’

SBS

Silk Road From Above

'Series 1, Episode 2'

SBS, 4:05pm, Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 60 minutes

REPEAT

On the next leg of the journey from China's heartland to the country’s western border, across harsh deserts, steep mountain ranges and breath-taking land formations, discover the marks left behind by ancient travellers, from vineyards to religious cave paintings, and imposing architecture, while exploring modern engineering feats that facilitate an easier east-to-west journey today.

Series, Singapore, English, Documentary, TravelEpisode 2


Silk Road From Above ‘Series 1, Episode 2’

SBS HD

Silk Road From Above

'Series 1, Episode 2'

SBS HD, 4:05pm, Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 60 minutes

REPEAT

On the next leg of the journey from China's heartland to the country’s western border, across harsh deserts, steep mountain ranges and breath-taking land formations, discover the marks left behind by ancient travellers, from vineyards to religious cave paintings, and imposing architecture, while exploring modern engineering feats that facilitate an easier east-to-west journey today.

Series, Singapore, English, Documentary, TravelEpisode 2


Wednesday, February 18

4:05pm

Silk Road From Above ‘Series 1, Episode 3’

SBS

Silk Road From Above

'Series 1, Episode 3'

SBS, 4:05pm, Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 60 minutes

REPEAT

As the journey continues beyond China's borders, meet the resilient Kyrgyz nomads who still play an ancient game on horseback, uncover surprising archaeological finds in Uzbekistan, explore Turkey’s intricate underground cities and ancient caravan rest-stops, and encounter the bustling Greek port of Piraeus and Italy’s Como region, where the luxurious product that gave the Silk Road its name still thrives today.

Series, Singapore, English, Documentary, Travel, Season 1 Episode 3


Silk Road From Above ‘Series 1, Episode 3’

SBS HD

Silk Road From Above

'Series 1, Episode 3'

SBS HD, 4:05pm, Wed, 18 Feb 2026, 60 minutes

REPEAT

As the journey continues beyond China's borders, meet the resilient Kyrgyz nomads who still play an ancient game on horseback, uncover surprising archaeological finds in Uzbekistan, explore Turkey’s intricate underground cities and ancient caravan rest-stops, and encounter the bustling Greek port of Piraeus and Italy’s Como region, where the luxurious product that gave the Silk Road its name still thrives today.

Series, Singapore, English, Documentary, Travel, Season 1 Episode 3


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