Michael Palin: Into Iraq

Michael Palin embarks on a 1609km odyssey, following the course of the great Tigris river. He experiences what life is like for the 40 million people who live in Iraq, explores its ancient history, and discovers breathtaking landscapes.

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Episode 1

45m

In the Turkish city of Diyarbakir, Michael meets a local Kurdish woman, Dilan, for a local feast and a window into the Kurds' troubled relationship with Iraq. The next morning, Michael arrives at the border, but it's a day-long process to cross.