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In the Americas with David Yetman
Colombia: Capital & Coffee
Season 3
Episode 303
Visit Bogotá, the capital of Colombia and the nation's social, cultural and economic center. Bogotans have created a dramatically effective mass transit system to help decrease traffic congestion and air pollution. Travel to the Zona Cafetera to the west of the city where most Columbian coffee comes from and get a glimpse of the history of the world’s most popular beverage.
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Visit the descendants of Japanese peasants that have become prosperous farmers.
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Visit Southern Chile, home to Native American and immigrant communities.
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Visit the small city of Tultepec, a suburb of Mexico City, known for producing fireworks.
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Host Dave Yetman meets Quechua people and learns about their past and present.
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Host Dave Yetman joins Chilotes, who demonstrate their traditions.
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Host David Yetman climbs over lava flows to observe new lands emerging from the ocean.
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The Georgia Straits of British Columbia are lumber and fishing country.
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Host David Yetman accompanies archaeologists who explain the unfolding story of Tikal.
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The Brazilian city of Belem is a showcase of products from the great river basin.