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The Story of India: South India

By Michael Wood

In his series 'Michael Wood: The Story of India', Michael Wood explores the ancient sites that helped shape the history and culture of southern India. Join him as he explores six astonishing places, including Patna, once said to be the greatest city on earth; Madurai, a town that has existed continuously since the first millennium BC; and sites at the heart of India's historic spice trade.

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Tanjore Temple
Tanjore Temple
Madurai
Madurai
Tamil House
Tamil House
Cochin
Cochin

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