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Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of the most legendary monuments and powerful organizations in the United States? America's Book of Secrets lifts the veil of mystery, giving you unparalleled access to historical narratives and insider information previously hidden from the public.

Ever wonder what's behind closed doors at stations, what lies beneath the streets of London and what secret stories this fascinating city holds? Take a trip below the surface with Siddy Holloway and Tim Dunn with the new 6-part series Secrets of the London Underground. Catch it on Yesterday or UKTV Play this July. Join the the pair as they explore abandoned tunnels, secret bunkers and hidden staircases that have been concealed from public view for years - including midnight track walks, exploring the deepest point of the London Underground and even a lost station from 1906.

National Geographic Explorer or Ultimate Explorer, travels around the world exploring topical news stories. Hosted by Lisa Ling, Explorer visits locations with unique events and fascinating stories.

Michael Portillo journeys around Britain by train following George Bradshaw's guidebook, published in 1840, to discover the railway network's influence on the nation's history.

Michael Portillo travels on the great train routes of Europe, as he retraces the journeys featured in George Bradshaw's 1913 Continental Railway Guide.

Rick Steves has been the "travel guinea pig" for American Public Television since Travels in Europe with Rick Steves debuted in April of 1991. He continues his travels under a new title, but it's obviously the same format.

Every great metropolis has its secrets, some tucked away in the annuls of history and others hidden in plain sight. From the single golden fire hydrant in San Francisco to the strange shape of London's black cab to Berlin's pink pipes, city landmarks often embody unknown stories, some whimsical, some sinister, but all fascinating in their own way. Join us as we journey back in time to uncover buried tales in cities across the globe, following local guides and historians on a six-part journey that is both travel exposé and urban mystery.

A train ride along the most attractive coastlines in Europe. From Spain's northern seas to the beautiful Welsh coast and the frozen wonders of Norway, this documentary charts how each coast was shaped and linked by rail and meets some of the characters who live and work along these most scenic lines.

This show reveals the secrets and stories behind America's most exceptional monuments. Host Don Wildman takes viewers to statues, memorials, national parks, gravestones and sculptures that pay tribute to America's highest highs and lows.

This series is Joanna Lumley's grandest and most challenging journey yet, a breath-taking odyssey from Venice to the Chinese border along the veins of the ancient Silk Road. A perilous network of paths, the Silk Road shaped the modern world, bringing silk, printing, spices, gunpowder, and many other things, to the West. Joanna's adventure will see her travel through a breath-taking array of fabulous landscapes as she crosses continents, deserts, mountains and steppe, boldly following in the footsteps of the merchants, conquerors, kings and pilgrims who once lived and died along this route.

Joanna's 2,000 mile journey through Japan as she explores some of the most uncharted corners of the country's 6,800 mystical islands. In Hokkaido, Joanna traverses the island's areas of outstanding natural beauty, meeting some of the country's most endangered wild animals en route, before heading south towards Tokyo and the ancient capital of temple-filled Kyoto. On foot she takes in the forgotten island of Shikoku - one of Japan's four main islands - home to the Iya Valley and the yuzu fruit flavours now becoming popular in UK supermarkets. Finally, after exploring the geologically active region of Kyushu with its volcanic landscape and abundance of hot springs, Joanna finishes her journey in Kohama, one of Japan's smallest and most remote pacific islands, luxuriating on its idyllic beaches.

Examining the history of America through iconic symbols, objects and places; host David Rubenstein.

The historian and classicist explores Greece from the time of the Ancients up to the present day.

Join Sir Tony Robinson on a journey through the stunning British countryside, as he uncovers the hidden history of the land. From ancient ruins to medieval castles, Sir Tony's hikes provide an educational and entertaining experience for history buffs and nature lovers alike.

Michael Portillo is in south east Asia, armed with his 1913 Bradshaw's Handbook. It leads him on a spectacular 2,500-mile railway adventure across six countries. Michael explores towering megacities and magnificent mosques, visits jewelled temples and golden Buddhas and rides some of the world's most exhilarating and notorious railways.

With a century-old Bradshaw's Handbook Of Indian, Foreign And Colonial Travel tucked under his arm, Michael Portillo will embark on a brand new railway adventure through a land of majestic mountains, scorching desert and plains watered by holy rivers. Published at the height of the British Raj in 1913, Michael's guidebook will steer him towards ornate palaces and golden temples. He will meet Maharajas and Mughals and ride some of the world's most exhilarating trains. Along the way, Michael will discover how imperial railways designed by British engineers inadvertently spread ideas of independence among hundreds of millions of Indians, who today live in the world's largest democracy.

Billy Connolly embarks on a spectacular journey around the United States, riding the magic carpet made of steel that is America's rail network. From the Bad Lands of North Dakota, into the arid beauty of the Arizona desert, past the peaks of the Smokey Mountains, skirting the lazy swamplands of Louisiana - this is a big sky country full of places and people we rarely see but Billy cant wait to visit.

Frankie sets off on a stand-up tour of Scotland. On four trips to four gigs, he meets a heady mix of people and places, filtering his nation's past and present through his unique mind.

This series travels the length and breadth of Britain to find out how the Victorians built Britain. It uncovers the incredible and surprising stories behind iconic landmarks; discovers the hidden heroes behind the epic constructions; and finds out how the incredible advances made by the Victorians forged the world we live in today.

Join Tony Robinson on a journey through time and discover the fascinating history, culture, and people of the iconic Thames River. From its ancient beginnings to its modern-day significance, explore the impact of Britain's greatest river on the world. Don't miss this captivating series!

Documentary series presented by engineer Rob Bell, exploring the history and construction of the world's most iconic bridges.

Michael Portillo explores Canada, armed with his Appleton's Guidebook.

Adventure traveler Michael Palin offers up this follow-up to Around the World in 80 Days as he traverses 16 countries over the two hemispheres to experience the North and South Poles.

Join historian Bettany Hughes as she embarks on a journey along the Nile's 900 miles to uncover how it shaped Egypt. From the pyramids to the pharaohs, discover the fascinating history and culture of Egypt's Great River.

Simon Reeve travels through the glorious Lake District and the county of Cumbria, revealing new insights into this iconic part of Britain.