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Rick Steves' Europe

Florence: Heart of the Renaissance

Season 7 Episode 704 | 25m 04s

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.

Aired: 10/05/12

Distributed nationally by American Public Television

Extras

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Wizard Academy Gameplay Part 3

Arthur needs help to learn new spells, save his friends, and defeat Moldywart in his tower lair!

Clip: 5:58

Arthur

Wizard Academy Gameplay Part 2

Arthur needs help to learn new spells, save his friends, and defeat Moldywart in his tower lair!

Clip: 15:08

Arthur

Wizard Academy Gameplay Part 1

Arthur needs help to learn new spells, save his friends, and defeat Moldywart in his tower lair!

Clip: 9:01

Arthur

Arthur's Tricks and Treats Gameplay

Mix and match each character's favorite treats before time runs out.

Clip: 15:41

Arthur

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Explore mazes at nighttime with Buster and D.W.

Clip: 22:15

Nature

NATURE - Season 45

Get a sneak peek at a brand new season of NATURE on PBS.

Preview: S45 | 8:32

Great Performances

Michael Spyres and Lise Davidsen as The Met's Tristan Und Isolde

Michael Spyres and Lise Davidsen, as the title characters, sing an excerpt from Act II.

Clip: S54 E1 | 2:01

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Watch ACL Hall of Fame Honors Brandi Carlile

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POV

Trailer | Remake

Trailer for Remake by director Ross McElwee.

Preview: S39 E6 | 2:04

POV

Behind the Lens: Remake

Behind the Lens interview with Remake director Ross McElwee.

Clip: S39 E6 | 1:20

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