Trevor McDonald's Indian Train Adventure
2019 · ITV1 · 60 min · 1 season
S01E02 · Episode 2
Mon, 1 July, 5:00 am
In the second part of his eight-day journey on the Maharajas Express, Sir Trevor sees how the former jewel of the Empire is now overtaking Britain as an economic superpower. Along the way he visits an unusual temple where the locals worship rats; visits the Taj Mahal, and reveals the shocking extent of pollution that threatens the future of the monument. He concludes his journey at the very spot where Mahatma Gandhi – the man who lead India to its independence - was assassinated.
About
The veteran newsman boards the Maharajas Express – an extraordinary train that recreates the heritage of India's richest kings – for an eight day tour of India, taking in its most wondrous sights.
Episodes
- E01
Episode 1
Mon, 24 June· 60 minThe first part of the journey takes Trevor to Mumbai and New Delhi, and he witnesses the contrasting nature of a growing economic superpower which still has high levels of poverty.
- E02
Episode 2
Mon, 1 July· 60 minIn the second part of his eight-day journey on the Maharajas Express, Sir Trevor sees how the former jewel of the Empire is now overtaking Britain as an economic superpower. Along the way he visits an unusual temple where the locals worship rats; visits the Taj Mahal, and reveals the shocking extent of pollution that threatens the future of the monument. He concludes his journey at the very spot where Mahatma Gandhi – the man who lead India to its independence - was assassinated.
Cast
Trevor McDonald
Presenter