The Wonders of Europe
Season 1
Each episode features a monument: Louvre, Versailles, Alhambra, Acropolis.
Where to Watch The Wonders of Europe • Season 1
8 Episodes
- The Louvre, The Power Of The Centuries
E1The Louvre, The Power Of The CenturiesAt the beginning of the 13th century, Philip Augustus, King of France, dreads an English foray in his capital city. Thus, he decides to build the fortress of the Louvre, a military architectural gem. Today, the Louvre is a museum housing the greatest masterpieces, but it's also a palace, at the heart of power since its origin. Eight centuries would be necessary for it to look as it does today. Obsessed with the desire for a Louvre showcasing their power, France's greatest sovereigns will continually keep on expanding and embellishing it. - The Louvre in ParisE1
The Louvre in ParisIt is the world's largest art museum. The world-famous Louvre Museum is located in the middle of Paris. With paintings such as the Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo and 35,000 other masterpieces. But it is not just a museum. The palace has been the center of power ever since it was built. Philip II Augustus, Francis I, Louis XIV the Great and even Napoleon have left their mark on it. Here we delve into the incredible history of one of Europe's most magnificent buildings. - Versailles, Louis XIV and His Destiny
E2Versailles, Louis XIV and His DestinyIn the summer of 1661, Nicolas Fouquet, Superintendent of Finances, unveils his dramatic Vaux-le-Vicomte castle to Louis XIV. The place makes a lasting impression on the monarch and strengthens his crazy idea - build an even more outstanding palace - Versailles. Nobody bets on this tiny hunting lodge surrounded by marshes. Fuelled by the ambitions of his master, Versailles is expanded and gradually transformed, thanks to the most gifted artists of its time. As Louis XIV's love affairs and military victories go by, the Porcelain Trianon, l'Enveloppe, the Hall of Mirrors, the Ambassadors' Staircase and the Royal Chapel rose from the ground. In 50 years, Louis XIV succeeds in making Versailles the seat of monarchy, the centre of Europe and an architectural masterpiece still admired today. - The Palace of VersaillesE2
The Palace of VersaillesIt is France's most famous castle. In 1661, Louis XIV was presented with the dramatic castle of Vaux-le-Vicomte outside Paris. The castle made such a great impression on the king that he set out to build the world's most beautiful castle - Versailles. It took the best architects and artists over 50 years to build the world-famous monument with its hall of mirrors, baroque garden and castle church. Here we delve into the incredible history of one of Europe's most magnificent buildings. - The Acropolis, The Masterpiece Of Pericles
E3The Acropolis, The Masterpiece Of PericlesIn this fascinating adventure, we see Pericles surrounded by the greatest figures of his time - Sophocles, Phidias, Thucydides, and Aspasia. We relive ambitious and aesthetic, but above all violent, times - and a turning point in the history of humanity. To tell the story of this unprecedented human adventure, the documentary combines interviews, 3D animations and fictional clips. It offers a journey between the current Acropolis and its past, between archaeologists' research and reconstructions. - The temples of the AcropolisE3
The temples of the AcropolisThey are among the most visited monuments in the world. For 2500 years, the world has been fascinated by the Parthenon and the other temples. The monuments were dedicated to the gods, but they were also a political expression, created by the citizens of the world's first democracy. The story of the Acropolis also contains bloodshed, intrigue, war and corruption - and represents a turning point in human history. And this is what makes the Acropolis one of the wonders of Europe. - Alhambra, Treasure Of Andalusia
E4Alhambra, Treasure Of AndalusiaIn January 1492, Catholic Queen Isabella and her spouse King Ferdinand of Aragon seize the last Muslim kingdom in Spain, marking the end of nearly 800 years of Arab domination in the Iberian Peninsula. The Christian rulers then discover a stunning royal city - the Alhambra. Located in Granada, south of Spain, the Alhambra is one the most visited European monument. Built on the heights of the city, it is a gigantic grandiose city, covering more than ten hectares. - The Alhambra in GranadaE4
The Alhambra in GranadaIt is one of the most visited monuments in Europe. The impressive citadel: Alhambra. Built in the Middle Ages as a defense against the Christians, it is a technical marvel. Behind the fortress walls lies a mosaic of sumptuous palaces and gardens and ingenious inventions. It was a refuge for the sultans of Spain, and when it fell, it became a symbol of the Christian reconquest. It is this unique history that has made Alhambra one of the wonders of Europe.
