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The Desert Speaks
Coastal Civilizations of Ancient Peru
Season 16
Episode 1609
South American archaeological expert Axel Nielsen guides host David Yetman through the Royal Tombs of Sipán, which house some of the richest gold artifacts in the world. They trek to Huaca del Sol and Huaca del Luna, immense pyramids that emphasize the duality and symbolism of the pre-Incan societies. The last archeological stop is Chan Chan, an area known for its walls of design and decoration.
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The final episode in the Galapagos Islands features some of the “newer” islands.
Host David Yetman hops into a motorcycle sidecar to explore Wyoming’s Red Desert
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Travel through the desert with the inventor of goat packing, John Mionczynski.
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Learn how Tohono O’Odham tribal members are passing down traditions.
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Explore Andean Condors and learn their ritualistic significance to native people.
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Examine pre-Incan ruins before venturing to the skies for a view of the Nazca lines.
