Inside Cambodia: Lost Palaces in the jungle and Floating cities

Central America accounts for only 0.1 percent of the Earth's surface. But as part of the Mesoamerican hotspot, the tiny subcontinent boasts 7 percent of the world's biodiversity. With over 100 frog species, 700 types of birds, over 200 mammals and hundreds of reptiles, Honduras is one of the most species rich countries in Central America. Nigel Marven uncovers much of this incredible exotic abundance as he journeys through this spectacular country. Nigel visits Mosquitia, Central America's equivalent to the Amazon rainforest, with President of Honduras, Juan Orlando Hernandez. They explore the extraordinary White City that was lost for centuries and meet the wildlife in the president's own back garden, like the endemic emerald hummingbird. Utila is part of the Meso-American reef, the second longest barrier reef in the world. We dive its spectacular corals with shoals of blue tang, Atlantic spadefish and hawksbill turtles. On land, the presenter crawls through thick mud to find “swamper” iguanas; there's only a few hundred left. In Rio Santiago nature resort we meet a margay and see this beautiful cat climbing down trees

Tokyo by Night: Secret Japan | Investigate Asia Hyperactive and frenetic by day, Tokyo transforms by night, revealing a totally different side of Japanese society. We come across eccentric characters who speak of a Japan that is mysterious and inaccessible to foreigners. A world where traditions are expressed but so are the flaws and failings of Japanese society. In Kabukicho, the capital’s red-light district, the latest trend is “hosts” clubs. Here, young men are paid to keep customers company and to flirt with them. The one rule: no sex! An astonishing business born from the immense loneliness experienced by the Japanese. The job may be lucrative, but the young hosts are worn down by the night-shifts and the astronomical quantities of alcohol they guzzle down each night. Equally disconcerting for Westerners, the phenomenon of “Idols” sees hundreds of groups of very sexy singers and dancers idealised by the Japanese. They view them as their virtual girlfriends. Asuka is one of Tokyo’s most respected nightlife personalities. She is ‘Mama-San’, an heiress to the Geisha tradition. She runs the city’s most exclusive

Earth on Edge: Indonesia | Investigate Asia In 2004, the tsunami that devastated Southeast Asia did not spare the province of Aceh, north of the island of Sumatra, and killed nearly 170,000 people. It’s a catastrophe still very present in the collective memory of the inhabitants. Beyond the one-time disasters, the country is hit hard by the consequences of global warming, with torrential rains that cause flooding. While 40% of the city is below sea level and the capital is sinking, the government has launched a colossal project to save Jakarta: constructing a giant waterfront dike. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Welcome to Investigate Asia - Explore the diverse landscapes of Asia through in-depth documentaries that delve into the region's politics, economy, culture, and history. From ancient traditions to modern innovations, our content offers a unique perspective on the forces shaping Asia today. Join us on a journey to better understand one of the world’s most dynamic and influential regions. Whether you're a history enthusiast or curious about global affairs, this channel is your gateway to discovering Asia.

Hong Kong: Metropolis by the Sea | Investigate Asia Discover Hong Kong's "fragrant harbour" where ancient traditions meet modern metropolis. From the rare eagle wood trees that once perfumed Taoist ceremonies to today's densely populated urban landscape, witness fascinating contrasts between city and nature. Experience the iconic Star Ferries that have connected Kowloon and central Hong Kong for 125 years, still sporting British Racing Green paint and colonial uniforms. Experience stunning urban visuals and cultural insights from one of the world's most unique harbor cities. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Welcome to Investigate Asia - Explore the diverse landscapes of Asia through in-depth documentaries that delve into the region's politics, economy, culture, and history. From ancient traditions to modern innovations, our content offers a unique perspective on the forces shaping Asia today. Join us on a journey to better understand one of the world’s most dynamic and influential regions. Whether you're a history enthusiast or curious about global affairs, this channel is your gateway to discovering Asia.

Mumbai: The Infernal Megapolis | Investigate Asia It’s one of the most populous cities on the planet with 22 million inhabitants, predicted to increase to 30 million by 2035. Nicknamed ‘the infernal Metropolis’, Mumbai is a city in perpetual development. But with millions of people living in slums located on valuable real estate, how can city planners balance the competing needs of the population? In Dharavi, the largest slum in Asia, over one million people are packed into the 2 km. slum. But although its residents are poor, there’s a real dynamism. Mahesh, 27, was born and lives in this slum and would never leave it. He runs a recycling plant and employs around 20 people. Dharavi’s underground economy is thought to generate 800 million euros per year. But it also lies on prime real estate in the very centre of Mumbai so its future is in doubt. Every day, new towers of glass or concrete emerge from the earth. With the support of the municipality, real estate tycoon, Babulal Varma, razes slums to build luxury apartments for the upper

Legend tells that somewhere in South America there is a great city of gold, El Dorado, a fabulously rich and sophisticated kingdom that was once home to thousands of people living deep in the Amazon jungle. To most people it was just a legend. But for British explorer, Colonel Percy Fawcett, it was real. Convinced he knew the location of this lost world, he spent years searching for it.