Show Info
- Status: Ended
- First Aired: August 27, 2009
- Seasons: 1
- Episodes: 4
- Networks: BBC Two
- Genres: Documentary
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The Frankincense Trail(2009)
Overview
Series in which intrepid presenter Kate Humble follows the ancient frankincense trade route of Arabia across the amazing modern world of the Middle East. Kate's journey along the 2,000-mile trail that first connected the Arab world with the West takes her on a quest that's steeped in history, searing with desert heat, and full of characters and adventure.
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Season 1
4 episodes • 2009
Season 1
4 episodes • 2009
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oman, Yemen and Saudi Arabia | Aug 27, 2009 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Saudi Arabia | Sep 3, 2009 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Egypt | Sep 10, 2009 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Jordan and Israel | Sep 16, 2009 | 0.0 |
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