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Eger to Hortob谩gy

On the last leg of his journey, Michael Portillo arrives in the historic city of Eger. At its famous castle, he discovers how Ottoman invaders were defeated by an outnumbered Hungarian force.

On the last leg of his journey, Michael Portillo arrives in the historic northern city of Eger. At its famous castle, he discovers how, during the 16th century, Ottoman invaders were defeated by a vastly outnumbered Hungarian force. It鈥榮 a victory still celebrated to this day.

Nearby, in the foothills of the B眉kk Mountains, one of Hungary鈥檚 wine-producing areas, Michael takes a tour of a family-owned vineyard and samples the region鈥檚 signature wine, Bull鈥檚 Blood.

Continuing east, his final destination is the Puszta, Hungary's largest national park, where animals have grazed for over 2,000 years. On a vast plain with endless skies, Michael is treated to an impressive display of horsemanship by Hungarian cowboys, called csik贸s.

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29 minutes

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Role Contributor
Presenter Michael Portillo
Director Ben Rowland
Executive Producer John Comerford
Executive Producer Alison Kreps

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