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The River Ganges is one of India's sacred rivers, it starts up in the Himalayas and flows through much of northern India. As the river moves into the lower mountain regions, Himalayan Mahseer gather and grow from the generous handouts from local priests.

A sumptuous series that tells the story of the most extraordinary river in the world - the Ganges. Human life and nature bustle along her river banks, in a kaleidoscope of colour and energy. From man-hunting tigers to giant lizards, here the wildlife is as diverse as the people. Traversing from the peaks of the Himalayas through frenetic cities to the teeming delta where the river meets the sea, this is a vibrant and colourful look at how the Ganges shaped the wildlife, culture and beliefs of India.

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