Known for his spectacular pyrotechnic displays, Chinese artist Cai Guo-Qiang creates his most ambitious project yet: Sky Ladder, a visionary, explosive event that he pulls off in his hometown in China after 20 years of failed attempts.

"Discover an artist reaching for the sky."

Credits

Kevin MacdonaldDirector

Cai GuoqiangSelf

Ian BurumaSelf

Cai Wen-YouSelf

Wenhao CaiSelf