Exploring India's Treasures: Bettany Hughes

"‘It’s not just the what and the how, but the why,’ explains Hughes. ‘I’m asking: “Why do these beautiful places matter?”’"

The professor, seasoned adventurer, author and historian - alongside local experts and academics - guides viewers through her curated selection of the treasures of India.

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Status	Returning Series
Original Name	Exploring India's Treasures: Bettany Hughes
First Air Date	July 9, 2023
Last Air Date	July 16, 2023
Seasons	1
Episodes	2
Episode Runtime	0min
Language	English
Original Language	English
Production Countries	United Kingdom
Production Companies	SandStone Global Productions
Networks	Channel 4

S01E02

The South

Bettany Hughes takes a train up into the Nigri mountains to meet the women of the indigenous Toda people. At a thousand-year-old temple in Thanjavur, Hughes sees the local sculptors using traditional techniques to create the stunning Chola bronzes.

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