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Ancient culture in the modern world
In communities around the world, cultural traditions are preserved in ancient contests and celebrations. Regardless of origin, each one is tied to the shared history and identity of those involved.
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Season 1
Royal Shrovetide Football
Archaic Festivals S1E1
Each year the people of Ashbourne, England, do battle in one of the world’s oldest and most dangerous games.
50 min
Cascamorras
Archaic Festivals S1E2
This 500-year-old tradition sees the Spanish towns of Guadix and Baza go to mock-battle over a holy statue.
51 min
Onbashira
Archaic Festivals S1E3
An ancient celebration that brings renewed spiritual protection to Shinto temples is also a way of life.
50 min
Fiesta de la Tradición
Archaic Festivals S1E4
In the Argentinian equivalent of a rodeo, horsemen, or gauchos, compete in the annual festival.
51 min
Gotad Ad Kiangan
Archaic Festivals S1E5
The ancestral heritage of the Ifugao of the Philippines is preserved in their Gotad Ad Kiangan festival.
50 min
Tapati Rapa Nui
Archaic Festivals S1E6
Descendants of Easter Island's native tribes hold an ancient competition of strength, endurance, and bravery.
51 min
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