The BEST episodes of Explorer season 1997
Every episode of Explorer season 1997, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Explorer season 1997!
Now in its third decade, National Geographic Explorer travels around the world exploring topical news stories. Hosted by Lisa Ling, Explorer visits locations with unique events and fascinating stories.
#1 - Intrigue in Istanbul
Season 1997 - Episode 3 - Aired 5/25/1997
While London was a swamp, and Paris, a fishing village, Istanbul, then known as Constantinople, reigned for a thousand years as the world's richest city. At the crossroads of Europe and Asia, it amassed more gold than both continents combined, and safeguarded Christendom's most sacred relics, including the True Cross and heads of the Apostles. The largest walls ever created protected Istanbul's treasures from endless waves of invaders. Immerse yourself in the city that has endured more warfare than any other place on Earth: Istanbul. The world's oldest city, which spans the continents of Europe and Asia, holds many stories of intrigue. Spies, invaders and some of history's most diabolical minds plotted to seize Istanbul, and with it, rule the world.
#2 - Tiger's Eye
Season 1997 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/29/1997
Photographing wild tigers inside Bandhavgarh National Park in central India.