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VPG-DVD-132 - PARIS Paris is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. First established by the Celts, next used strategically by the Romans, then it served the extravagant lifestyle of the Sun King, Louis the Fourteenth until it became a hotbed of Revolution. Les Champs Elysees is surely one of the most beautiful avenues in the world. With wide boulevards, shady corners, ambient street cafes and classic Parisian buildings that are decorated with flowers. Since 1873, the Palais De L`Elysee has been the residence of the French President. At the beginning of the 17th century, Madame De Pompadour lived there and during the Revolution the liberated people cavorted in its luxurious rooms. Through a small triumphal arch decorated with scenes of Napoleon's victorious army, there is the garden created by Leotre, the Jardin Des Tuileries. A bridge and a fountain are the focal points of this popular park created in typical French style. A modern glass pyramid and a fountain decorate the courtyard of the former Louvre Palace, which since the time of the Revolution has been transformed into a museum that contains the famous Louvre art gallery. Its collection of remarkable historic treasures and superb art collection make it one of the world's most famous museums. with Leonardo Da Vinci´s masterpiece, the Mona Lisa, taking pride of place. Situated on a small island on the River Seine is the Cathedral Of Notre Dame, the 'Mother Church Of The Nation'. Built on the foundations of a Roman temple and commissioned by the bishops Maurice and Eudes De Sully, it took almost 200 years to build this Gothic masterpiece. Built at the end of the 19th century as a symbol of national revival, Montmartre's Sacre Coeur has the appearance of a white, fairy-tale palace with 237 steps that lead up to the main entrance of this extraordinary structure. Its Byzantine architecture and five cupolas are reminiscent of the Marcus Dome in Venice. Of course, there are the dizzy heights of the Eiffel Tower and a great deal more. Paris is a wonderful festival of the senses!
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GTR-DVD-1192 - The shining white basilica of Sacré-Coeur towers above Montmartre and across the famous Parisienne art district of the same name. It is located on a hill that is thirty metres high and provides a good view of both Paris and the River Seine. The magnificent basilica on top of Montmartre Hill can be seen for miles and is synonymous with Paris. Beneath Sacré Coeur is the former winegrowers´ village of Montmartre that, at the end of the 19th century, attracted several important artists. Montmartre's exotic nightlife also gave it a special appeal and venues such as the Moulin Rouge have become world famous. Despite the district's commercial aspects even today Montmartre possesses its own unique charm and a good measure of the atmosphere of bygone times. Even at night Sacré Coeur dominates the skyline above Paris' vast ocean of colourful lights and thus confirms it to be one of the most striking and best known landmarks in Europe. 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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GTR-DVD-1017 - PARIS - Vieux Ville, France The history of the Louvre Palace dates back to 1200 A.D. when Philipp August built a fortress close to the river. Today, a modern glass pyramid decorates the courtyard of the former royal residence which, since the time of the Revolution, has been transformed into a museum that also contains one of the world's most famous art galleries.In 1670, Louis the Fourteenth founded the Hotel Des Invalides, a unique charity for soldiers that had been wounded during battle and a home for those who had previously been forced to live as beggars. The adjoining domed Cathedral of the Invalids is a masterpiece of Baroque Classicism and it contains the remains of Napoleon Bonaparte. The Cathedral Of Notre Dame, a Gothic masterpiece, that is also referred to as the 'Mother Church of the Nation', was built on the foundations of a Roman temple and took almost 200 years to build. Kings, monsters and grotesque figures populate its façades, and bizarre gargoyle-like creatures peer down from above. This is where the kings and queens of France were crowned and where Napoleon crowned himself! Built at the end of the 19th century as a symbol of national revival, Montmartre's Sacre Coeur has the appearance of a white, fairy-tale palace and boasts 237 steps that lead up to its main entrance. Similar to the Marcus Cathedral in Venice and the Saint Front in southwest France, it was built in Byzantine style with 5 domes. Its interior is richly decorated throughout with reliefs, paintings and mosaics that are overshadowed by its exquisite architecture. This is still one of the world's most beautiful cities. First discovered by the Celts, then used strategically by the Romans, Paris is a city of passion and history that contains more than its fair share of irresistible charm! 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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ITF-DVD-104 - A Grand Tour of Europe's Most Beloved Cities - London - Amsterdam - Copenhagen - Berlin - Vienna - Rome - Paris - The Sights - The Sounds - The People - A Pageant of European Urban LifeEUROPE - The Grand Tour! It is the dream of travelers the world over, a chance to see the sights we all know best, London * Paris * Rome * Big Ben * The Eiffel Tower * The Colosseum. And for today's traveler Europe most often means it's cities, for in the hum of the traffic, the rattle of the trams, and the noisy chatter of the cafes, Europe comes to life. A Grand Tour of Europe's Most Beloved Cities. In London see Big Ben, the Changing of the guard, Buckingham Palace, Piccadilly Circus, the Tower of London, St. Paul's the Tower Bridge and the London Tube. In Amsterdam stroll the canals, ride the trams, listen to the to the organ grinders, watch diamonds being cut, visit the Alkmaar Cheese Market, the Delft Porcelain plant and see modern pumping stations on the zuider Zee. In Copenhagen see the Little Mirmaid, the Stroget, Rosenborg Castle and the Crown Jewels, visit Tivoli Gardens and see the Georg Jensen silversmiths at work. Stand on the Ku'Damm of Berlin and marvel at the one of Europe's most amazing cities. See historic footage of the building of the Berlin Wall, John Kennedy's visit to the Wall, and sense the sobering experience of standing at the Wall today. Vienna means music, waltzing, violin making, piano manufacturing, and the Vienna Choir Boys, Rome - the Eternal City, the Vatican, St. Peter's, a Papal Mass, the Forum, the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps. And finally Paris, the City of Light, Notre Dame, Place de la Concorde, Montmartre, Sacre Coeur, the Metro, the Seine, the Folies Bergere, and of course, the Eiffel Tower. So pack your bags, grab your passport and come on along for a Grand Tour of the GREAT CITIES OF EUROPE with Doug Jones as your guide.
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