Building Big

Think big! Engineers have been doing just that for thousands of years, as renowned author-illustrator David Macaulay proves in this five-part miniseries on spectacular structures. The programs cover bridges, domes, skyscrapers, dams, and tunnels-past and present. Along the way, Macaulay highlights the engineering principles and human stories behind some of the most remarkable achievements in the history of building.

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Status	Ended
Original Name	Building Big
First Air Date	October 3, 2000
Last Air Date	October 31, 2000
Seasons	1
Episodes	5
Episode Runtime	0min
Language	English
Original Language	English
Production Countries	—
Production Companies	GBH
Networks	PBS

S01E05

Tunnels

What keeps a tunnel from collapsing? Tunnels have advanced from dangerous, claustrophobic passages to spacious, safe subterranean networks as roomy as shopping malls. Host David Macaulay takes viewers underground to explore the history and ingenuity behind some of the world's tunneling marvels.

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