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Ganges

Episode 1: Daughter of the Mountains

Duration: 50 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two EnglandLatest broadcast: on BBC HD

Documentary which journeys deep into the Himalayas to the source of the Ganges, providing a glimpse into the natural and spiritual worlds that swirl around India's most sacred river. Tracing the river through diverse landscapes uncovers some spectacular wildlife, including snow leopards, black bears, man-eating cats and rare elephants. Every summer, thousands of Hindu pilgrims make the arduous journey high into the mountains to worship at the river's source and honour the river goddess. Show less

Contributors

Presenter:
Sudha Bhuchar
Producer:
Ian Gray

Series

Ganges

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