Florence: Heart of the Renaissance -
rick steves' europe

Tue, Dec 23 11:00 A.M. NH Create (11.4)

Fifteenth-century Florence was the home of the Renaissance and the birthplace of our modern world. In this first of two episodes, we gaze into the self-assured eyes of Michelangelo's David, enjoy Botticelli's Birth of Venus, delve into the 3-D wonders of Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise, appreciate Fra Angelico's serene beauty, and climb the dome that kicked off the Renaissance. Then we cross the Arno to where Florentine artisans live, work, and eat...very well.

Duration: 26 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 704

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Tue, Dec 23	11:00 A.M.	Florence: Heart of the Renaissance NH Create (11.4)
Tue, Dec 23	6:00 P.M.	Florence: Heart of the Renaissance NH Create (11.4)
Tue, Dec 23	10:00 P.M.	Florence: Heart of the Renaissance NH Create (11.4)
Wed, Dec 24	5:00 A.M.	Florence: Heart of the Renaissance NH Create (11.4)

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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