Florence: Heart of the Renaissance -
rick steves' europe

Fri, Jan 10 10:30 P.M. NHPBS (11.1)

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.

Episode Duration: 26 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 704

All broadcast times for this episode: (show all)

Fri, Jan 10	10:30 P.M.	Florence: Heart of the Renaissance NHPBS (11.1)
Sat, Jan 18	9:00 A.M.	Florence: Heart of the Renaissance NHPBS (11.1)
Sat, Feb 1	4:30 P.M.	Florence: Heart of the Renaissance NH Explore (11.2)

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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