In the colonial era the British developed an ancient route into a highway across the breadth of their realm. Travelling the Grand Trunk Road is an unforgettable experience. From the metropolis of Kolkata, the route runs to the city of Varanasi, one of the most fascinating and colourful places on earth, and from there on to Delhi. From the Indian capital it crosses the Pakistani border and continues on to Lahore and Peshawar. This film portrays the Indian subcontinent in all its stunning diversity.
