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Darhad

Episode 5 of 6

The Darhad herders of Mongolia are some of the last nomadic people on the planet. Explorer Bruce Parry joins a family for their arduous winter migration.

The Mongolian nomads of the Darhad valley are some of the most self-sufficient people in the world. Across the steppes and mountains of the Darhad Valley, they move huge herds of sheep, goats, cattle, yaks and camels, relying on their tough little horses. It's a harsh and spectacular place, and a gruelling life.Explorer Bruce Parry joins a family for their arduous winter migration. He finds the going tough as he helps them herd their three hundred animals across a high mountain pass.

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Sun 8 May 2005 20:00

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