Rick Steves' Europe: Ancient Roman Art
rick steves' europe

We follow Rome's rise through its awe-inspiring art, starting at Rome's humble birthplace in the Forum. Soon Rome is graced with supersized monuments like the majestic domed Pantheon and the Colosseum, where gladiators battled to the death. We also get a glimpse of Rome's more intimate side: the colorful mosaics, luxurious frescoes, and realistic portraits of the solid citizens who made Rome great.

Episode Duration: 26 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 1203

About Rick Steves' Europe:

RICK STEVES' EUROPE offers a fresh perspective on the best travel advice, including where to stay, what to see and how to get around in Europe.

Rick Steves shares his extensive knowledge of European history, art and culture.

His years as America's most popular European guidebook author blends with his relaxed but informative style to make this one of public television's most popular series.


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Mon, Sep 9 11:00 A.M. Milan and Lake Como     NH Create (11.4)
Mon, Sep 9 1:30 P.M. Naples and Pompeii     NHPBS (11.1)
Mon, Sep 9 6:00 P.M. Milan and Lake Como     NH Create (11.4)
Mon, Sep 9 6:00 P.M. Germany's Frankfurt and Nurnberg     NH Explore (11.2)
Mon, Sep 9 7:30 P.M. North England's Lake District and Durham     NHPBS (11.1)
Mon, Sep 9 10:00 P.M. Milan and Lake Como     NH Create (11.4)
Tue, Sep 10 5:00 A.M. Milan and Lake Como     NH Create (11.4)
Tue, Sep 10 5:30 A.M. Germany's Frankfurt and Nurnberg     NH Explore (11.2)
Tue, Sep 10 7:30 A.M. Vienna     NH Explore (11.2)
Tue, Sep 10 11:00 A.M. Tuscany's Dolce Vita     NH Create (11.4)
Tue, Sep 10 1:30 P.M. Italy's Amalfi Coast     NHPBS (11.1)
Tue, Sep 10 6:00 P.M. Tuscany's Dolce Vita     NH Create (11.4)
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Tue, Sep 10 10:00 P.M. Tuscany's Dolce Vita     NH Create (11.4)
Wed, Sep 11 5:00 A.M. Tuscany's Dolce Vita     NH Create (11.4)


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