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Full Circle with Michael Palin
Travel documentary series in which Michael Palin travels to 18 countries around the rim of the Pacific Ocean.
1. Alaska and Russia (49 mins)
- Pole to PoleMichael touches down at the North Pole as he starts his journey south.
- Around the World in 80 Days with Michael Palin30 years ago, the nation’s favourite travelling companion took on the ultimate adventure.
- Michael Palin's Hemingway AdventureThe man behind the legend. Michael follows in the footsteps of a literary hero
- Great Railway JourneysClive Anderson meets nomadic tribes, visits a Buddhist cave, and devours chicken feet.
- Billy Connolly: A Scot in the ArcticBilly Connolly ventures into the Arctic and learns to cope with the sub-zero temperatures.46 mins
- Michael Palin and the Mystery of HammershoiThe enigmatic Danish artist has always fascinated Michael – and he’s searching for clues59 mins
- Great Central Asian Railway JourneysExploring the Silk Road one track at a time - a region shaped by empire, trade and faith
- Russia with Simon ReeveSimon sets out amongst the volcanoes of Kamchatka and meets indigenous reindeer herders.
- The Rainhill Story: Stephenson's RocketA look at the 1829 competition to find the best steam locomotive in Britain. (1979)49 mins
- Great Continental Railway JourneysBack on the rails in the beautiful Balkans, reflecting on the wonders the railways made
- Indian Ocean with Simon ReeveFrom the paradise islands of the Maldives to the front line of the war against piracy.
- Flying Scotsman from the FootplateThe view from the driving seat as Flying Scotsman travels the Severn Valley Railway.59 mins
