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Impossible Builds

Episode 5 Preview | Ice World

Watch the nature-defying plan to turn a sub-tropical wasteland into a sub-zero ski resort.

Aired 10/13/2021 | Rating NR

Impossible Builds

Episode 5 Preview | Ice World

Preview: Episode 5 | 31sVideo has Closed Captions

Watch the nature-defying plan to turn a sub-tropical wasteland into a sub-zero ski resort.

Over the top, ambitious and nature-defying, China's incredible Ice World will transform 37 acres of sub-tropical quarry into a sub-zero ski resort. The construction team will have to battle the worst nature can throw at them. But if they can pull it off they'll make science fiction a reality.

Aired 10/13/2021 | Rating NR

Battling the Rain

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The torrential rain proves to be an obstacle for the construction crew of Ice World. (3m 5s)

Early Complications

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Complications over the quarry’s structure causes the team to go back to the drawing board. (3m 5s)

A Grueling Job

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See how Site Manager Cao Ping works around the clock to ensure the resort’s completion. (2m 55s)

The Pandemic Halts Construction

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Construction for Ice World is brought to a halt due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (3m 5s)

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