Iran's rich history goes back millennia, to the days when Persepolis was home to "the king of kings." In this episode, Rick Steves explores three historic capitals of Iran: Persepolis, with its splendid monuments; Shiraz, with the tombs of Iran's most beloved poets; and Esfahan, with its extraordinary mosques and endearing people.
Episode Duration: 26 minutes and 46 seconds
Episode Number: 514
Fri, Jun 23 | 7:30 P.M. |
Iran's Historic Capitals
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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.
Mon, Jun 5 | 7:30 A.M. |
Glasgow and Scottish Passions
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Mon, Jun 5 | 11:00 A.M. |
European Festivals I
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Mon, Jun 5 | 6:00 P.M. |
European Festivals I
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Mon, Jun 5 | 10:00 P.M. |
European Festivals I
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Tue, Jun 6 | 5:00 A.M. |
European Festivals I
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Tue, Jun 6 | 7:30 A.M. |
Austrian and Italian Alps
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Tue, Jun 6 | 11:00 A.M. |
European Festivals II
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Tue, Jun 6 | 6:00 P.M. |
Germany's Frankfurt and Nurnberg
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Tue, Jun 6 | 6:00 P.M. |
European Festivals II
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Tue, Jun 6 | 10:00 P.M. |
European Festivals II
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Wed, Jun 7 | 5:00 A.M. |
European Festivals II
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Wed, Jun 7 | 7:30 A.M. |
Swiss Alps
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Wed, Jun 7 | 11:00 A.M. |
The Best of Sicily
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Wed, Jun 7 | 11:30 A.M. |
Galicia and the Camino De Santiago
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Wed, Jun 7 | 6:00 P.M. |
Bulgaria
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Wed, Jun 7 | 6:00 P.M. |
The Best of Sicily
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