The amazing scenery and wildlife of China have always been closed to the prying cameras of natural history filmmakers-until now. Given unprecedented access to this vast country, the reowned BBC natural history unit has produced a series full of breathtaking footage and amazing discoveries.

From the glittering peaks of the Himalayas to the teeming waters of the South China sea, China encompasses a dazzling range of land-scapes. The peaks, rainforests, deserts and caves of this vast and enigmatic country are home to a diverse array of wildlife ranging from giant pandas, tigers and golden snub-nosed monkeys to wild swans, whale sharks and beautiful tropical flowers.