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
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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.
Thu, Aug 18 | 11:00 A.M. |
Western Turkey
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Thu, Aug 18 | 6:00 P.M. |
Western Turkey
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Thu, Aug 18 | 10:00 P.M. |
Western Turkey
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Fri, Aug 19 | 12:30 A.M. |
Belfast and the Best of Northern Ireland
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Fri, Aug 19 | 5:00 A.M. |
Western Turkey
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Fri, Aug 19 | 11:00 A.M. |
Central Turkey
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Fri, Aug 19 | 6:00 P.M. |
Central Turkey
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Sat, Aug 20 | 5:00 A.M. |
Central Turkey
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Sat, Aug 20 | 6:00 P.M. |
France's Loire: Chateau Country
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Sun, Aug 21 | 10:30 A.M. |
European Festivals I
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Mon, Aug 22 | 11:00 A.M. |
Paris Side-Trips
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Mon, Aug 22 | 6:00 P.M. |
Paris Side-Trips
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Mon, Aug 22 | 10:00 P.M. |
Paris Side-Trips
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Tue, Aug 23 | 12:30 A.M. |
London: Mod and Trad
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Tue, Aug 23 | 5:00 A.M. |
Paris Side-Trips
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Tue, Aug 23 | 11:00 A.M. |
The Best of Israel
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