Pigeon Towers of Iran (Classic)

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Situated right in downtown Mumbai, India is an area of about 55 acres of dense, overgrown forest. In one of the most populous cities in the world, this is a place where peacocks roam freely -- a space out of time. This forest is protected by a religious community. It has survi ...

A history of pigeons from the Neolithic period to the Napoleonic wars <hr>

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Pigeons can get a little confusing. Passengers, messengers, carriers, homing - the list goes on. But when it comes down to it, they're all variations of the same smart bird with a knack for getting home to roost. Learn about these clever creatures in today's episode.

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Curious things often come from unusual locations. Let's take a tour!

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