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Ancient Builders of the Amazon

Season 50 Episode 3 | 53m 22s | WETA Passport

Recent discoveries in archaeology are exploding the myth of the Amazon as a primeval wilderness, revealing traces of ancient civilizations that flourished for centuries, with populations numbering in the millions.

Aired: 02/15/23 | Expires: 02/14/26 | Rating: TV-PG

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• Ancient Builders of the Amazon Preview

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• Ancient Cliff Paintings in the Amazon

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• Ancient Pyramids Uncovered in the Amazon

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