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Nasca Lines Decoded
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Overview
They are striking works of art by any standard: but what purpose did they serve? Some of the theories put forward suggest that the lines were ancient running tracks, runways for aliens, and even a giant astronomical calculator. But after decades of misunderstanding, modern archaeology may finally have an answer to the puzzle of the Nasca lines.
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Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
47 min
Release Date
2010-03-07
Status
Released
Original Language
English
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1
Vote Average
6
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