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Encountering new extremes of wealth and poverty, altitude and freezing cold, the ex-Python brings his unique brand of wit and wisdom with him as he travels across the roof of the world. Traveling through this awe-inspiring scenery, including rich flora and fauna and dizzying switchback mountain roads, Michael visits the region's cities and makes detours to places - and people - of special interest.

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Himalaya with Michael Palin
Full episodes
6 VIDEOS

Botan to the Bay of Bengal
59:12 Air Date 01/22/13

Leaping Tigers
59:12 Air Date 01/15/13

Annapurna To Everest
56:46 Air Date 01/01/13

A Passage To India
59:11 Air Date 12/25/12

The Roof of the World
59:10 Air Date 01/29/12

North by Northwest
59:09 Air Date 01/08/12