7 documentary series about stunning man-made structures

Superstructures of antiquity

The National Geographic channel talks about buildings that were created centuries ago. Today they amaze with their splendor, and in fact they were built without modern achievements of science and technology. Nine masterpieces of architecture are collected in one series of documentaries.

Mega factories

Another National Geographic series focuses on the production of cars, furniture, subway cars and other things that cannot be put together in a basement. This series has been released for six seasons and told viewers about dozens of large factories from around the world.

Masterpieces of world architecture

Dan Cruickshank analyzes the development of mankind, comparing architectural monuments on different continents, in different cities and countries.

Made in Moscow

The program of the channel "Moscow 24", which tells about the capital's achievements, including architectural ones. You can take a tour of the Ostankino TV tower, Stalin's skyscrapers, Moscow airports from anywhere in the world.

Daring projects

A Discovery Channel series about grandiose engineering projects. Skyscrapers, tunnels, attractions, entire cities on the water - the most original solutions of designers are brought to life thanks to the well-coordinated work of hundreds of builders.

Engineering miscalculations: correcting errors

To break is not to build. But when it comes to valuable architectural objects, it is almost impossible to recreate them. Justin Cunningham's team rescues architectural objects that were built with mistakes.

How is it built?

This series tells about the creation of buildings in detail: design stages, building materials, construction features in non-standard conditions. The advice of architects and engineers may well come in handy for those who are building a summer cottage or renovating an apartment.