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Sri Lanka: Land of Wonder

A modern-day Indiana Jones, host Richard Wiese takes viewers around the world in search of adventure, wildlife, and cultures untouched by modern civilization. Whether traveling to India to spend a day in the life of elephants, or exploring the wilds of Canada, Richard seeks the answers to questions that have been asked throughout history.

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Sri Lanka: Land of Wonder

Season 2 Episode 213 | 26m 46s | CC

Explore one of the oldest civilizations in the world in Sri Lanka, off the coast of India. Host Richard Wiese discovers the ancient cities and palaces of Anuradhapura which date back to the third century B.C. Journey into the jungles of Minneriya National Park where Richard meets up with Asian elephants, leopards, sloth bears, crocodiles and more.

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