Greatest Cities of the World (English Subtitled)

Watch Greatest Cities of the World (English Subtitled)

  • 2008
  • 1 Season
  • 8.3  (88)

Greatest Cities of the World is a travel documentary series that takes the audience on a journey to some of the most iconic cities in the world. The show premiered in 2008 and can be watched with English subtitles on XiveTV. The series features Griff Rhys Jones, Henry Wyndham, and Dave Peters as the hosts, who take the viewers on a tour of their favorite cities, sharing their personal experiences and recommendations along the way.

The series covers a range of cities, including Paris, Rome, St Petersburg, New York, Sydney, Venice, and Prague. Each episode focuses on a different city, and the hosts explore everything from the history and culture of the city to its food, architecture, and nightlife. They also meet with locals and experts, who provide insight and recommendations on how to get the most out of each city.

One of the standout features of Greatest Cities of the World is its stunning cinematography. The series is shot in high definition, and the camera work is excellent, capturing the beauty and vibrancy of each city. The hosts are also engaging and knowledgeable, providing an informative and entertaining guide to each city.

Throughout the series, the hosts showcase the best that each city has to offer, highlighting its unique qualities and attractions. For example, in the Paris episode, the hosts take a boat cruise along the Seine, visit the Louvre museum, and sample some of the city's famous cuisine. In the New York episode, they take a helicopter ride over Manhattan, tour the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, and explore the city's diverse neighborhoods.

In addition to showcasing the main tourist attractions, the hosts also delve deep into the history and culture of each city. For example, in the Prague episode, they visit the Charles Bridge and Old Town Square, but they also explore the city's rich musical heritage, including a visit to the Mozart Museum. In the Rome episode, they explore the city's ancient ruins and famous landmarks, but also sample traditional Roman cuisine and visit a local market.

Overall, Greatest Cities of the World is an excellent travel documentary series that is both informative and enjoyable. The hosts are engaging, and the series is shot beautifully, making it a feast for the eyes. Whether you are a seasoned traveler or just enjoy armchair travel, this series is sure to inspire and entertain.

Greatest Cities of the World (English Subtitled) is a series that ran for 1 seasons (6 episodes) between August 8, 2008 and on XiveTV

Greatest Cities of the World (English Subtitled)
Filter by Source

Seasons
Hong Kong (English Subtitled)
6. Hong Kong (English Subtitled)
May 6, 2010
Hong Kong, one the world's best natural ports, became one of its busiest and richest cities after the infamous colonial Opium War lead to its 99 years concession by the British, and remains so in the 50 years transition after the Chinese take-over.
Sydney (English Subtitled)
5. Sydney (English Subtitled)
April 29, 2010
Griff visits Sydney, not the capital but the dominating metropolis of Australia, and its first city since that nation's foundation from a fabulous natural harbor as British penal colony, named after its first governor.
Rome (English Subtitled)
4. Rome (English Subtitled)
April 22, 2010
The eternal city is more than 2,500 years old and Griff has just 24 hours to discover how Rome's inhabitants live in the world's biggest museum.
Paris (English Subtitled)
3. Paris (English Subtitled)
August 22, 2008
Griff is in the French capital, object of great chauvinistic pride and vanity. Although resulting in a mind-boggling traffic mayhem, its street grid largely results from some ambitious planning.
London (English Subtitled)
2. London (English Subtitled)
August 15, 2008
Exploring a day-in-the-life of New York, London, Paris, Rome, Sydney and Hong Kong - Griff Rhys Jones paints a landmark portrait of each metropolis revealing what gives each city its unique identity. Armed with his trademark humour and relentless curiosity, Griff tracks down the individuals who epitomise the character of each city, and celebrates the infinite variety of life in these great cities.
New York (English Subtitled)
1. New York (English Subtitled)
 
Griff starts his search for the greatest cities in the Big Apple. Some grand public - and private initiative buildings illustrate the city and its (especially super-rich) citizens' typical ambition, often bordering on or becoming megalomania.
Description
Where to Watch Greatest Cities of the World (English Subtitled)
Greatest Cities of the World (English Subtitled) is available for streaming on the XiveTV website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Greatest Cities of the World (English Subtitled) on demand at Amazon.
  • Premiere Date
    August 8, 2008
  • IMDB Rating
    8.3  (88)