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The Why Factor: Series 1: Episode 5: Pilgrimage

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BBC Radio 4 - The Why Factor, Series 1, Pilgrimage

Mike Williams explores why so many people take up a spiritual journey.

Tens of millions of Hindus, bathe in holy waters at the Kumbh Mela, Jews from around the world make their way to the Western Wall in Jerusalem. Islam has the Hajj - a Pilgrimage to Mecca and Christians have walked the same paths for centuries. Many others are eschewing ideas of a "traditional" holiday or break and are seeking some sort of spiritual enlightenment instead. What do they get out of it? Mike Williams asks why the Pilgrimage is getting ever more popular. 

Producer: Jim Frank.

The Why Factor: Series 1

Intelligent speech, the most insightful journalism, the wittiest comedy, the most fascinating features and the most compelling drama and readings anywhere in UK radio.

Mike Williams explores the hidden histories behind everyday objects and actions

Mike Williams searches for the extraordinary and hidden histories behind everyday objects and actions

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