S1 E3 ∙ Absolute Desert ∙
Michael Palin reaches the city of Timbuktu, along with a camel train carrying the giant salt blocks that made the city one of the greatest centres of Islamic learning.
Michael Palin reaches the city of Timbuktu, along with a camel train carrying the giant salt blocks that made the city one of the greatest centres of Islamic learning.
Michael Palin begins his trek across the Sahara Desert.
Michael Palin's expedition takes him to Senegal.
Michael Palin reaches the city of Timbuktu.
Michael Palin embarks on the final leg of his journey.