GTR-DVD-1051 - The Russian flag still waves proudly above the roof of the Hermitage in St.Petersburg, the former Winter Palace of the tsars.However, despite the meaning of its French name it is no longer a place of seclusion.Designed by Rastrelli and built between 1754 and 1762, today the Hermitage is the centre of an art museum that consists of several buildings.

The impressive Peter Hall is dedicated to the legendary founder of the Russian Empire, Peter The Great.Indeed, it is a remarkable work of art in its own right and both the Parade Stairs and Jordan Stairs are fine examples of the Winter Palaces dramatic architecture.

The purchase of more than 200 paintings from Berlin formed the basis of the Russian aristocracys passion for art and served as the catalyst for the subsequent museum.Works by the most famous Italian artists, including Leonardo Da Vinci, Michelangelo and Raffael, have their own splendid exhibition rooms within the Hermitage.In addition to its remarkable works of art, the museum also contains a large number of archaeological discoveries and artistic treasures from entire cultural epochs.

The Hermitage is an art museum of the superlative.It contains a total of 2.7 million exhibits many of which are the finest examples of their kind.

The Hermitage, the former Winter Palace of the Russian tsars and today the greatest museum in Russia, is a veritable palace of outstanding art and history.

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-1050 - In the Lisabon quarter of Belém the vast Hieronymit Monastery, the Mosteiro Dos Jerónimos, covers an area of 300 metres.At one time, its beautiful facade was situated close to the banks of the Tejo and it is no accident that the monastery was built in this location.King Manuel The First wanted the monastery to highlight the importance of religion for the sea-faring nation of Portugal at the beginning of the 16th century.

Henry The Sailor donated the tiny Maria Chapel that was the first structure within the actual monastery area.Together with his father, King João The First, he led a fleet of 200 ships to victory against the North African harbour town of Cueta.Portugal was a mighty sea power.Courageous voyages of discovery led to the development of trade on newly discovered continents and along with his loyal sailors the world famous discoverer, Vasco Da Gamma, prayed in the Maria Chapel of Henry The Sailor prior to his ocean-going adventures.

Ribbed Gothic vaults support the ceiling of the church that dates back to the 16th century.Colored glass windows create a breathtaking spectacle of light.In addition to various important members of the Portuguese royal family and numerous religious leaders, it is also the final resting place of Vasco Da Gama.

The monasterys richly decorated facade still shines out with all the glorious luster of Portugals courageous seamen and their remarkable voyages of discovery.

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-1049 - Between the Greek mainland and Peloponnes are the extensive ruins of ancient Corinth.Of the citys former magnificence, only a few Doric columns of the 6th century Apollo Temple have survived.Due to its favorable location and fertile soil, 3,000 years ago during the Neolithic period the first settlements were established in this region.

146 B.C.marked the end of Classical Corinth.The Romans devastated and plundered the ancient metropolis and enslaved its people and for almost a hundred years the ruins were uninhabited but, due to Caesar, new life returned to the city.

Surrounded by the pure, wild beauty of Nature, the ruins blend harmoniously into the magnificence of the surrounding landscape.From a medieval fortress, in the distance there are the remains of an ancient Corinthian port and even today shipping plays an important role in the everyday life of this ancient city.

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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MTW-DVD-102 - Situated in New York Harbour, the Statue of Liberty has become the proud symbol of the United States of America.The statue of the Goddess of Freedom carries the light of the spirit of enlightenment to the Free World.

Alexander Gustave Eiffel, whose tower later made him famous, built the statues ingenious iron frame construction supported by a central shaft.Around this framework a 2.4 millimeter thick copper coating was attached to the statue and it is mainly due to Eiffels frame that the monument has withstood the bays savage winter storms.

On the 28th October 1886, North Americas most important statue was inaugurated by President Grover Cleveland.The statue was the design of a young sculptor, Bartholdi, who had eagerly accepted the work due to the fact that the commission of his design of a large female statue for a lighthouse on the Suez Canal had not reached fruition.

At first, the statue received little love and affection.Indeed, New Yorkers used the statues unveiling ceremony for a protest demonstration! Since then, however, it has most assuredly conquered the hearts of those who have seen it and it has become a symbol of freedom for the whole of America.

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MTW-DVD-117 - Briefly tour Nassau then on to the most famous architectural landmark of the Caribbean situated on a five kilometre long island off the coast on Paradise Island, the legendary Atlantis Resort, a hotel complex of the superlative.

The submerged and legendary city of Atlantis provided the creators of this unique hotel with its main theme which becomes obvious in each of its many facets.The biggest hotel resort in the Bahamas has around three thousand six hundred guest rooms that are furnished to a very high level of comfort and each room and suite provides a spectacular view across the open sea, the resorts artificial lagoon and various magnificent pools.

The resort is particularly well known for its huge underwater area that boasts the largest sea water aquarium in the world.The main attraction is a special pool, Predator Lagoon, that is dedicated to the most feared predators of the sea.

The Atlantis Resort is not only Nassaus most famous modern landmark, it must also surely be the embodiment of paradise on earth!

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MTW-DVD-103 - Tour Royal Caribbean's gigantic cruise ship, Voyager Of The Seas, is a technical wonder of modern times and also the largest ocean-going cruise ship in the world: a floating hotel that accommodates 5,000 passengers.

The pulsating heart of the ship is the 120 metre long Royal Promenade, a replica of Londons Burlington Arcade, which boasts a splendid variety of shops and on decks 11 and 12 the popular Fitness Centre is the largest on the seven seas.

Particularly fascinating is the successful integration of three restaurants on three decks, an idea copied from the interior of the Paris Opera House.But the most unexpected attraction is an Ice Rink that is also used for International Ice Revues.And the enormous atrium with all of its glittering structures of chrome and glass is like a futuristic work of art.

Theres even a casino which features Black Jack, roulette, dice, video poker and one-armed bandits and where those who are really lucky may even win back the cost of their holiday!

A Sunday afternoon cruise on the river was never like this!

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