Himalaya
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Michael Palin embarks on an extraordinary six-month journey through the Himalayan region, travelling from the Khyber Pass to the Bay of Bengal. Along the way, he encounters remote kingdoms, ancient cultures, and some of the world's most spectacular landscapes, whilst meeting an unforgettable cast of characters from mountain villagers to Buddhist monks.
With his trademark warmth and gentle humour, Palin brings to life the diverse peoples and traditions of this vast mountain range. From Pakistan through India, Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and beyond, he captures both the grandeur of the world's highest peaks and the everyday lives of those who call this challenging region home. It's an engaging blend of travelogue, cultural observation, and personal adventure that reveals the Himalayas as more than just mountains—they're a crossroads of civilisations.
