Ben Fogle in China Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1

Airdate: 2026-Apr-06

Episode summary:

In this episode, Ben dives headfirst into the living history, culture and fast-paced modern life of China, from the ancient Great Wall to the bustling streets of Shanghai.He begins at the Jiankou section of the Great Wall, joining a team dedicated to rebuilding it in its original 17th-century style. After a shaky start setting new stones in this iconic ancient monument, Ben impresses his mentor and gains a deeper understanding of what the Wall has meant to generations of Chinese, both as a physical fortress and a symbol of endurance.Back in Beijing, Ben experiences the city through its people and its incredible bustling parks. Firstly discovering a group of energetic grannies performing graceful public dances, he joins in himself and uncovers the roots of this communal activity in the early years of communist China.

About Ben Fogle in China series:

Ben Fogle embarks on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to China to see its staggering sights, meet its biggest characters, go beyond the stereotypes and...Show more >