Christine gets curious about UNESCO sites in the Netherlands. At the Kinderdijk Windmills, she shares how early residents made their below-sea-level lands habitable. Then, to the Colonies of Benevolence, a 19th century social experiment to help the poor. At Beemster Polder, she explores a town that was once at the bottom of a lake. Finally, she explores the midcentury marvels at Van Nelle Factory.
Episode Duration: 28 minutes and 42 seconds
Episode Number: 605
Mon, Jul 22 | 2:00 P.M. | Netherlands' Curious Unesco NHPBS (11.1) |
CURIOUS TRAVELER takes viewers on an enriching and entertaining "field trip for grown-ups" to some of the most intriguing European and North American cities in the world.
Daytime Emmy- and Telly-winning travel, arts and entertainment journalist Christine Van Blokland brings her passion and genuine curiosity for the arts, quirky characters, storytelling, and lifelong learning to this new series.
In each location, Christine explores the hidden histories in their art, architecture, museums, monuments, houses of worship and city parks.
Each episode begins with Christine's list of "Curious Questions": Is the Mona Lisa really a prostitute? Is the Eiffel Tower really Egyptian? Why are there acorns all through Grand Central Terminal? Christine's previous television credits include: Let's Go!, Georgia Traveler, Let's Go! Georgiaand Better Destinations.
Mon, Jul 22 | 2:00 P.M. | Netherlands' Curious Unesco NHPBS (11.1) |
Mon, Jul 29 | 2:00 P.M. | Curious Dijon & Beaune NHPBS (11.1) |
Mon, Aug 5 | 2:00 P.M. | Estonia's Curious Culture & Traditions NHPBS (11.1) |
Mon, Aug 12 | 2:00 P.M. | Curious Krakow NHPBS (11.1) |
Mon, Aug 19 | 2:00 P.M. | Curious Bern NHPBS (11.1) |
Mon, Aug 26 | 2:00 P.M. | Estonia's Curious Palaces & Castles NHPBS (11.1) |
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