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Along the Silk Road: Peaks, Paths, and Peoples

by Sustainability and resilience institute (SRI) New Zealand

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A journey through the high mountain worlds of Gilgit-Baltistan and its Central Asian crossroads, this podcast brings together history, culture, and lived experience. From ancient trade routes and forgotten kingdoms to the voices of indigenous communities who still call these landscapes home, each episode uncovers the stories shaped by rugged terrain and centuries of connection. Blending heritage, adventure, and human resilience, it offers listeners a deeper way to understand the mountains beyond the map. Disclaimer: The podcasts uses AI tools. Listeners are encouraged to check original source