The Last Nomads of the Modern Era

Somewhere on Earth: Kyrgyzstan | Investigate Asia Somewhere on Earth is taking you to Central Asia; to Kyrgyzstan, where the population lives in harmony with Nature. The Kyrgyz, a semi-nomadic people of horsemen, carry their cultural heritage with pride. Kyrgyzstan, this small land-locked country, is made up of high plateaus, surrounded by impassable mountains, an enclave of harsh serenity. The Tian Shan, literally “The Celestial Mountains”, rise to an altitude of 7400 meters. Welcome to the realm of boundless peaks. These mountains form a jewel box containing inestimable treasures. Muscat BORUCHEV lives in the Ters Valley, in the west of the country, where he raises only Kygyrz horses, a breed that nearly disappeared during the Soviet era on account of extensive crossbreeding with Russian horses. He decided to bring this breed back and let the rest of the world know about the characteristics of this sturdy horse. Since 2009 he’s been concentrating his efforts on the spotted horse, the charat in Kygyrz. Bastien CHAIX Bastien came to Kyrgyzstan for the first time 9 years ago. This ornithologist-slash-naturalist fell in love

Habitats of the World: The Bamboo Houses of the Adi Tribe | Investigate Asia We are heading to the small village of Ponging in the state of Arunachal Pradesh, a region in northeast India that is also spread over Bhutan, Burma, and Tibet. The Adi people, called the men of the hills, have learned to both survive and thrive off of bamboo, which is what their homes are made of in beautifully intricate patterns. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 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.

Habitats of the World: Kyoto, Japan | Investigate Asia We journey to Kyoto, Japan’s former imperial capital and one of the last cities where centuries-old traditions still shape daily life. Tucked between temples and quiet alleyways, wooden townhouses known as machiya preserve the architectural and cultural soul of old Japan. These narrow homes, with their inner gardens, sliding paper doors, and tatami floors, are more than just buildings — they are living reflections of Japanese aesthetics, rituals, and family life. As modernity surrounds them, a few residents continue to live in these traditional homes, preserving a way of life rooted in harmony, restraint, and deep respect for the past. With host and philosopher Philippe Simay, this episode invites us inside the walls of a Kyoto machiya to experience the beauty and philosophy of a home where space, silence, and nature all speak. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 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

Wilderness Roads: China | Forging Paths in the Most Remote Territories | Investigate Asia In the south of China, the legendary province of Guangxi is a natural fortress. Hidden away amongst spectacular mountain peaks, villages deserted by the younger generations still survive despite being cut off from the modern world as no roads have been built to reach them. Rather than investing in an expensive and unprofitable road network, the Chinese government resettles village inhabitants on the outskirts of major cities. The village of Xiao Jiang will not be spared. But one villager decides to stand his ground. To save his home, Yuan Feng HUANG dreams of building a road, digging through the mountain over more than 5 kilometers - a truly audacious undertaking for one man alone. This was his plan for his retirement. But at the age of 48, Yuan Feng learns that he has cancer and that his days are numbered. So, he’s decided to build the road now. If he succeeds, the village of Xiao Jiang will be saved and the inhabitants’ lives will be transformed

Dangerous Roads India | Investigate Asia The roads of North India stretch from the peaks of the Himalayas to the capital New Delhi. Every day, more than 100 million people use them and they account for 11% of all accidents worldwide. With 450,000 accidents and 150,000 deaths every year, the number of deaths on Indian roads is eight times higher than that of the European Union. There are several reasons for these staggering figures. The roads themselves are built without asphalt or guardrails, and are used by a mix of carts, motorcycles, cars and animals. Northern India has nearly 380 million inhabitants, and among them thousands of farmers who travel only with buffaloes or horses. They also use the highways, risking their lives and causing spectacular accidents. But the chaotic traffic and users who drive dangerously and disregard any rules cause additional problems. Drivers do not hesitate to drive against the flow of traffic or to overtake on both sides. The thick fog that spreads regularly in the New Delhi region causes terrible crashes every year. And in the Himalayas

Enter a remote village where subsistence whaling binds generations together while migration, economic change and outside pressure threaten its future.