Having almost completed all of the book Genghis Khan & the Mongol Horde, I was keen to let the children view this and see the countryside of Genghis's reign. We'd seen a couple of other documentaries about Mongolia, but none with this experience.An Australian named Tim Cope had done a few epic journeys already, but in 2004 he travels from Karakorum to the Danube River in Hungary; 10,000 kilometres across breathtaking countryside. The aim of the journey was to retrace Genghis Khan's path on a solo trip with only horses, camels or on foot.
Along the way he meets nomads of the land, learns the importance of 'the language of the horse' and is welcomed openly into their lives, even taking advice about his need to bathe.
It's very interesting viewing, especially with our reading behind us as we recall points made in the book to what is said. We've only seen the first episode and are looking forward to watching the next five.
For ABC's interactive official interactive site about Tim's travels, go here. You can see photos, behind the scenes, interviews and more background information.
4 comments:
Looks great! Will check it out. :)
was a fascinating if not very nice man. His grandson [I think] was responsible for the emmigration of those Indians who became Europe's Gypsies. Completely different world view.
Ganeida, I've only learnt (through Mariposa's history book) the tiniest snippet of information about his grandson. I know made Beijing his home, had dealings with Marco Polo, and was apparently a much nicer person than his grandfather, but other than that, we've still got to learn a lot!
Hi Alecat!
Aaah, I'm sorry I missed this programme, and I will be hoping for a repeat. I really should check those programme guides :)
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