Scouring the globe for lost treasures, exotic cultures and lavish toys, this February Discovery HD takes viewers out of the cold Canadian climate and into the world beyond in spectacular High Definition! With so many incredible World Heritage sites around the world TREASURES FROM THE PAST returns for another remarkable season ready to captivate and enthrall viewers with the marvels of our past. Then follow along for a breathtaking guided tour of Russia, South Africa and Egypt when Discovery HD welcomes back the Emmy®-winning series ATLAS. And just when you think you’ve seen it all, WORLD’S MOST EXPENSIVE RIDES gets exclusive access to some of the most unbelievably lavish motorized vehicles ever crafted!
February Program Highlights include:
NEW SERIES
WORLD’S MOST EXPENSIVE RIDES (13X60)
Monday, February 22 at 9 p.m. ET/PT
With a glimpse into the no-limits lifestyle of billionaires’ cherished toys, WORLD’S MOST EXPENSIVE RIDES profiles the most sumptuous and extravagant cars, planes, boats and motorcycles from around the world. Each episode features three “rides” – anything that rolls, floats or flies and is spectacularly luxurious – showcasing the precise craftsmanship, extraordinary details and lavish features that make each vehicle exceptionally rich.
RETURNING SERIES
TREASURES FROM THE PAST Season 2 (6X30)
Tuesday, February 2 at 10:30 p.m. ET/PT
Beginning with Egypt and Turkey then onward to Europe and the American continent, Season 2 of TREASURES FROM THE PAST reveals beauties unique to each site – remains of past glories, cultural treasures, food-related historical gems and amazing natural wonders.
ATLAS – “Egypt,” “South Africa,” “Russia” (3X60)
Saturday, February 20 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT
This visually stunning, Emmy®-winning series transports viewers to places many have not had the opportunity to see for themselves. Providing a rare perspective and in-depth investigation, ATLAS continues its inspirational quest to explore the history, geography and civilization of some of the world’s most sought-after destinations. The first one-hour episode journeys to the land of the Pharaohs into the living soul of modern Egypt; the following week explores the new democracy of South Africa – the Rainbow Nation; and finally ATLAS pulls back the iron curtain on Russia to tour a gulag and hear from a labour camp survivor.
