Himalaya with Michael Palin S1E1 backdrop
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Himalaya with Michael Palin (2004)

S1E1 North by Northwest

Oct 03, 2004 Season 1 Episode 1 Documentary

The episode opens in Pakistan's North-West Frontier. Michael travels via the Kyber Pass Railway, exploring the regional gun industry and dental practices. He engages with a local prince, experiences the excitement of bull races, and then journeys by bus to Chitral, nestled in the mountains. There, he meets the Kalash people, known for their unique non-Muslim beliefs. The adventure culminates at an annual Polo Match held in the stunning Xandoor Pass, set against the backdrop of the Hindu Kush mountains.