The Spirit of Asia (1980) is a documentary web series in English. On MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch The Spirit of Asia online in HD.
The Spirit of Asia — Storyline
David Attenborough visits Indonesia, Thailand, Burma, Cambodia, Vietnam, and India-countries where the world's most ancient religions and art forms have remarkably endured into the 20th century,
Cast & Crew
- Starring: David Attenborough
The Spirit of Asia — Series Details
| First Air Date | 1980-01-13 |
| Seasons | 1 |
| Episodes | 8 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Status | Ended |
The Spirit of Asia — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: The World of Shadows (1980-01-13) — In Indonesia, ancient communities across 13,000 islands believe in nature spirits and ancestral ghosts. They perform sacrificial rituals and build megaliths like obelisks, stone sl
- E2: The Morning of the World (1980-01-20) — In the 16th-century, when neighbours converted to Islam, Bali maintained a blend of Hinduism and spirit worship. Life is filled with pageantry and festivals. Dance-dramas involving
- E3: Land of the Cosmic Mountain (1980-01-27) — When Indian religion arrived in Java, ancestral shrines were re-dedicated to Shiva, and the Buddhist temple of Borobudur was created. Despite Islam now being the main religion, sha
- E4: The Story of Rama (1980-02-03) — The Ramayana, an ancient Indian epic, has captivated imaginations for 2,000 years. In India, it's performed annually at the world's largest theatre, in Benares, during the Dussehra
- E5: The Haunted Land (1980-02-10) — The Irrawaddy River is a vital waterway that flows through central Burma. Along its banks lie the ancient ruins of Pagan, once the center of a powerful empire. An end to near-isola
- E6: Artists in Exile (1980-02-17) — In southern France, an old army camp turned Vietnamese village shelters refugees. It uniquely preserves a spirit possession cult, absent even in Vietnam. Cult members have colorful
- E7: God-Kings of Angkor (1980-02-24) — In ancient Cambodia, God-Kings built fine temples in dense jungles. Angkor Wat, the world's largest religious building, honors Vishnu and God-King Suryavarman II. Despite war and s
- E8: Land of a Million Buddhas (1980-03-02) — In Thailand, modern culture coexists with ancient traditions. Miniature temples stand alongside hotels, and monks perform car ceremonies. Thailand boasts countless Buddha images, p
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does The Spirit of Asia have? 1 season(s) with 8 episodes.
Where can I watch The Spirit of Asia? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
