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The Mark of Empire 10, Anuradhapura

Posted on April 3, 2026April 3, 2026 by Dharma Documentaries

A look at the ancient kingdom of Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka which lasted a millennium and a half.

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The Mark of Empire 9, Srivijaya

Posted on March 27, 2026March 27, 2026 by Dharma Documentaries

Series Three of the Mark of Empire looks at the maritime kingdoms, beginning with Srivijaya.

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Bactria and Ai Khanoun

Posted on September 19, 2025September 19, 2025 by Dharma Documentaries

A look at the ancient kingdom of Bactri and one of its most famous cities, Ai Khanoun.

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Greek & Persian Influence on Early Buddhism

Posted on September 12, 2025September 12, 2025 by Dharma Documentaries

An exploration of the mutual influence of Buddhist and Greek cultures on one another.

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Sri Lanka, Hidden Wonders of a Sacred Land

Posted on September 5, 2025September 5, 2025 by Dharma Documentaries

A look at every aspect of Sri Lanka: its history, environment, wildlife and much more.

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Unseen Tibet

Posted on August 22, 2025August 22, 2025 by Dharma Documentaries

A look at Tibet, its natural and man-made wonders, mainly from the air, via drone photography.

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1948, Creation & Catastrophe

Posted on July 4, 2025July 4, 2025 by Dharma Documentaries

The formation of Israel and what is mean for the Jewish and Palestinian peoples.

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Indians 2, The Aryans and the Vedic Age

Posted on May 3, 2024May 3, 2024 by Dharma Documentaries

The second in a series of films recounting Indian civilisations focuses on the Aryans and the Vedic Age.

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Ajahn Punnadhammo, 08 Buddhism in Thailand

Posted on January 12, 2024January 12, 2024 by Dharma Documentaries

Ajahn talks about the history of Buddhism in Thailand from its beginnings up to the present day.

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Ajahn Punnadhammo, 02 The First Two Councils

Posted on December 1, 2023December 1, 2023 by Dharma Documentaries

The second of these eight talks focuses on the councils that followed the passing of the Buddha.

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