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WTF-DVD-TAH - Tahiti and Fiji  Filmed and produced by Fran & Brooke Reidelberger  Scripted and narrated by Fran Reidelberger  Fiji and Tahiti are two examples of the mystical beauty that exemplify an earthly paradise fro romantic world travels.  In this new film, Fran Reidelberger highlights the scenic splendor of both of these South Pacific nations while detailing colorful similarities as well as dramatic historical differences.In Fiji,-- tour Suva, the country's capital city and seat of power for the British during almost a hundred years of colonial control - --  visit the Fiji Museum to learn about Fiji's Melaneasian heritage and its newly won independence from Britain - --  learn about the important role played by East Indians in developing Fiji's economy and see a fascinating Indian regilious ceremony called, "the spirit of holy torture" - --  fly to the island of Ovalau to see where missionaries began converting Fijians from canibalism to Christianity - --  travel the Coral Coast on Viti Levu, see specftacular orchis, and Fijians walk through fire and accross white-hot stones barefooted - --  see gold mining, sugar cane harvesting and agriculture, three of Fiji's major industries - --  journey to the remote Yasawa Islands to take part in a Fijian welcoming ceremony featuring Yagona, the country's national drink - --  attend a meke, an exciting and colorful festival of song and dance.In Tahiti,--  tour Papeete, the country's capital city on the island of Tahiti - --  learn about French and English influence, visit the municpal market and admire the elegant hats of the church ladies on Sunday - --  experience Papeete at night, including a Polynesian florr show - --  walk around Point Venus where the first Europeans -- Captains Wallis, Bligh and Cook -- landed in the 1700's - --  tour the botanical gardens and visit a small museum on the garden grounds honoring French artis Paul Gaugain - --  see beyond the beauty of the Bougainvillea flower to the man for whom it was named, French explorer Louis Antoine de Bougainvile - --  travel to: Moorea -- to see the famous Bali Hai peak and see how to tie and wear the pareu, the national dress of Tahiti -  Huahine and Raiatea  -- to see the important ancient temples recenly uncovered, and the site where many Polynesian explorations were launched hundreds of years ago -  and Bora Bora -- to attend an international sailing regatta, meet a model ship builder, see the remains of the U.S. military presence in Tahiti during WWII, and to explore the specatular underwater world, including swimming with sharks!
Tahiti and Fiji
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GTR-DVD-1132 - The Chorherrenstift Neustift in the Southern Tyrol has a long and proud history. Its origins date back to the 12th century. The ancient domicile of the Royal Court of Neustift and a former hospice known as Engelsburg are located close to this monastic settlement. In 1189 Propst Konrad The Second Of Rodank ordered the construction of a sanctuary for pilgrims, the sick and the poor. The Collegiate's library has a remarkable collection of books and its captivating internal décor indicates the prosperity of a bygone time. Provost Leopold The First Of Zanna ordered the costly construction of the splendid library hall designed by architect Giuseppe Sartori of Trentino. The interior of the impressive Collegiate Church dates back to the 18th century. The building's decor is typical Late Baroque and its transition to Southern Germany's Rococo period. In addition to the elaborate creations of the Wessobrunner artists the ceiling frescos of the Augsburg artist, Matthäus Günther, are particularly noteworthy. Beyond the Collegiate there are marvellous fruit plantations and vineyards and The Turkish Tower is a reminder of the region's historic past. As with the entire area of the monastery the unique treasures of the Chorherrenstift Neustift have been preserved for posterity. Global Treasures - History's Most Protected Monuments - Heritage is our legacy from the past, what we live today, and what we pass on to future generations. our cultural and natural heritage are both irreplaceable sources of life and inspiration. Places as unique and diverse as the wilds of East Africa's Serengeti, the Pyramids of Egypt, the Great Barrier Reef in Australia and the Baroque cathedrals of Latin America make up our world's heritage. Join us as we explore one of these protected monuments.
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