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Cat #: QD3773
Copyright: 2008
Runtime (mins): 150
Language(s): English
Format: DVD
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UPC: 0-33937-03773-3
Edition: Single Disc Edition
SRP: $19.98
Prebook Date: 2010-05-18
Street Date: 2010-06-22
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Synopsis
Program 1: The New 7 Wonders of the Ancient World - The world has spoken! Experience the awe-inspiring splendor of some of the most magnificent works of humankind now designated as the New 7 Wonders:
•The Great Wall of China, the largest man-made monument.
•Petra in Jordan, the glittering capitol of the Nabataen empire of King Aretas IV.
•The Statue of Christ the Redeemer in Brazil, a towering symbol of welcome to Rio de Janeiro.
•Machu Picchu in Peru, "lost" for over three centuries before it was rediscovered in 1911.
•Chichen Itza pyramid in Mexico, the most famous Mayan temple city.
•The Colosseum in Rome, the inspiration for almost every modern sports stadium.
•The Taj Mahal in India, a king's monument to his beloved late wife.
Extra Features:
•What did they really look like?
•Alexander & The Seven Wonders
Program 2: The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World - For centuries, the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World have captivated and intrigued. Each was a singular achievement of architecture, engineering, and artistic audacity. On-location footage, dramatic re-enactments, and computer imagery combine to unlock their secrets!
•The Pyramid of Giza, the only one of the ancient Seven Wonders still standing.
•The Hanging Gardens of Babylon, built by a king to cheer his homesick wife.
•The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus, the largest temple ever built by the Ancient Greeks.
•The Pharos of Alexandria, once the tallest building on Earth.
•The Statue of Zeus at Olympia, the greatest and grandest work in Greek sculpture.
•The Mausoleum at Harlicarnassus, the first attempt to bring together architecture and sculpture in a new relationship.
•The Colossus of Rhodes, the mysterious 120-foot high bronze figure toppled by an earthquake in 226 BC.
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