Sites of the world's cultures

Explore the romantic and melancholy characteristics that define Venice, Italy. Filmed on location, the program explains how the city became known as an important Mediterranean trading city for merchants who wanted to sell their items. Soon after it became a trading city, Venice also became a cosmopolitan city that was envied around the world.

Presents a revealing look at the city of Athens and its influence on modern history.

Travels to Xi'an-Chang'an, the city on the Yellow River that is known as the birthplace of Chinese culture and civilization. Also visits sites of the Tang culture, views the excavation site of the clay army, shows treasures and artifacts displayed in the museums, and witnesses a performance of the Tang theatre.

Explores some of St. Petersburg's most important cultural sites. Known as a window on Europe by Peter the Great, the program focuses on the artists, craftsmen, philosophers and scientists who moved to the thriving metropolis. A cultural center emerged when many in the arts, sciences and literature brought to St. Petersburg new ideas combined with old eastern traditions.