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Michael Wood journeys through the subcontinent, tracing the diversity of its peoples, cultures and landscapes. He charts the first human migrations out of Africa.

Michael Wood journeys through the subcontinent, tracing the incredible richness and diversity of its peoples, cultures and landscapes. Through ancient manuscripts and oral tales Michael charts the first human migrations out of Africa. He travels from the tropical backwaters of South India through lost ancient cities in Pakistan to the vibrant landscapes of the Ganges plain. In Turkmenistan dramatic archaeological discoveries cast new light on India's past.

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Sun 21 Oct 201223:40
BBC Four

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Credits

PresenterMichael Wood
DirectorJeremy Jeffs
ProducerRebecca Dobbs

Broadcasts

  • Fri 24 Aug 200721:00
    BBC Two except East, Northern Ireland & Yorkshire
  • Fri 24 Aug 200723:00
    BBC Two Northern Ireland (Analogue) & Northern Ireland only
  • Mon 24 Sep 200700:45
    BBC One except Northern Ireland, Scotland & Wales
  • Thu 27 Sep 200700:35
    BBC One Northern Ireland
  • Sat 29 Sep 200701:45
    BBC One Scotland
  • Thu 31 Jan 200820:00
    BBC Four
  • Sun 21 Oct 201220:00
    BBC Four
  • Sun 21 Oct 201223:40
    BBC Four