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The Great Tours: Experiencing Medieval Europe
Season 1
202033 episodes
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- S1 E1 - The Medieval City: A Feast for the SensesNovember 14, 201332minBegin with an immersion into the sights, sounds, and smells of the medieval city. Explore the rich sensory details of markets, monasteries, churches, and religious and civic events. Learn about life in the townhouses of the rich, the tenements of the poor, and the diverse daily activities of medieval societies.Free trial of The Great Courses Signature Collection or buy
- S1 E1 - The Medieval City-A Feast for the SensesNovember 14, 201332minBegin with an immersion into the sights, sounds, and smells of the medieval city. Explore the rich sensory details of markets, monasteries, churches, and religious and civic events. Learn about life in the townhouses of the rich, the tenements of the poor, and the diverse daily activities of medieval societies.This video is currently unavailable
- S1 E2 - Rothenburg: Jewel on the Romantic RoadMay 31, 202030minIn this beautifully preserved German medieval city, explore the imposing mansions of the city's former elite, the grand fountains, and the market square with its remarkable gothic Town Hall. Also visit St. Jakob's Church, a treasury of medieval and early Renaissance art, and walk the powerful bastions of the city walls.Free trial of The Great Courses Signature Collection or buy
- S1 E2 - Rothenburg-Jewel on the Romantic RoadNovember 14, 201330minIn this beautifully preserved German medieval city, explore the imposing mansions of the city’s former elite, the grand fountains, and the market square with its remarkable gothic Town Hall. Also visit St. Jakob’s Church, a treasury of medieval and early Renaissance art, and walk the powerful bastions of the city walls.This video is currently unavailable
- S1 E3 - Mdina-The Silent CityNovember 14, 201330minDiscover Malta’s Mdina through the history of the legendary Knights of Malta, who ruled the island for nearly 300 years. Visit the great palaces of the knights and Maltese nobility, with their striking Gothic and classical architecture, and the sumptuous cathedral, and find the city’s medieval atmosphere in the winding Moorish streets.This video is currently unavailable
- S1 E3 - Mdina: The Silent CityMay 31, 202030minDiscover Malta's Mdina through the history of the legendary Knights of Malta, who ruled the island for nearly 300 years. Visit the great palaces of the knights and Maltese nobility, with their striking Gothic and classical architecture, and the sumptuous cathedral, and find the city's medieval atmosphere in the winding Moorish streets.Free trial of The Great Courses Signature Collection or buy
- S1 E4 - Mdina and Rabat: In the Steps of St. PaulMay 31, 202030minLearn about the Roman history of Malta and St. Paul's internment on the island. In Rabat, experience key sites such as the splendid Roman villa, the Grotto of St. Paul, and the remarkable catacombs where Christians sought refuge. Visit rich gardens and palaces, and study the historical events of the Great Siege of 1565.Free trial of The Great Courses Signature Collection or buy
- S1 E4 - Mdina and Rabat-In the Steps of St. PaulNovember 14, 201330minLearn about the Roman history of Malta and St. Paul’s internment on the island. In Rabat, experience key sites such as the splendid Roman villa, the Grotto of St. Paul, and the remarkable catacombs where Christians sought refuge. Visit rich gardens and palaces, and study the historical events of the Great Siege of 1565.This video is currently unavailable
- S1 E5 - Palermo-A Mosaic of CulturesNovember 14, 201331minThe sumptuous interiors of the Norman Palace are your entry point to Palermo and its rich multicultural history. Grasp Norman Sicily’s historical role as the richest and best-governed state in the West. Explore the complex architecture of the city’s churches, cathedral, and Palazzo Abatellis, and the cosmopolitan past of the seaport.This video is currently unavailable
- S1 E5 - Palermo: A Mosaic of CulturesMay 31, 202031minThe sumptuous interiors of the Norman Palace are your entry point to Palermo and its rich multicultural history. Grasp Norman Sicily's historical role as the richest and best-governed state in the West. Explore the complex architecture of the city's churches, cathedral, and Palazzo Abatellis, and the cosmopolitan past of the seaport.Free trial of The Great Courses Signature Collection or buy
- S1 E6 - Palermo-Celebrating Throne and AltarNovember 14, 201329minVisit the most magnificent of the city’s medieval palaces, the Palazzo Chiaramonte. Learn about the eras of German, French, and Spanish rule, and explore the Zisa Castle, richly decorated churches, and the Norman summer palace. Finally, ascend Monreale, overlooking Palermo, to enjoy the finest Norman ecclesiastical architecture in the world.This video is currently unavailable
- S1 E6 - Palermo: Celebrating Throne and AltarMay 31, 202028minVisit the most magnificent of the city's medieval palaces, the Palazzo Chiaramonte. Learn about the eras of German, French, and Spanish rule, and explore the Zisa Castle, richly decorated churches, and the Norman summer palace. Finally, ascend Monreale, overlooking Palermo, to enjoy the finest Norman ecclesiastical architecture in the world.Free trial of The Great Courses Signature Collection or buy
- S1 E7 - York: Wool and PrayerMay 31, 202030minIn the living museum of York, stop first at the romantic ruins of the abbey of St. Mary's, the Abbot's palace, and York Minster cathedral with its stunning stained glass and splendorous interiors. Savor the atmosphere of York's old historical center, the streets of the butchers and printers, and the still-inhabited 14th-century houses.Free trial of The Great Courses Signature Collection or buy
- S1 E7 - York-Wool and PrayerNovember 14, 201330minIn the living museum of York, stop first at the romantic ruins of the abbey of St. Mary’s, the Abbot’s palace, and York Minster cathedral with its stunning stained glass and splendorous interiors. Savor the atmosphere of York’s old historical center, the streets of the butchers and printers, and the still-inhabited 14th-century houses.This video is currently unavailable
- S1 E8 - York: Vikings and MerchantsMay 31, 202030minTaste medieval life in York's "ginnels," narrow passageways offering shortcuts through the town, and in the Barley Hall mansion and Merchant Adventurers' Hall, with their views into the lives of wealthy citizens. Delve into the Viking and Norman history of York, and the latter era's dark side in its treatment of Jews.Free trial of The Great Courses Signature Collection or buy
- S1 E8 - York-Vikings and MerchantsNovember 14, 201330minTaste medieval life in York’s “ginnels,” narrow passageways offering shortcuts through the town, and in the Barley Hall mansion and Merchant Adventurers’ Hall, with their views into the lives of wealthy citizens. Delve into the Viking and Norman history of York, and the latter era’s dark side in its treatment of Jews.This video is currently unavailable
- S1 E9 - Avignon: The Babylonian CaptivityMay 31, 202030minTraveling now to France, contemplate the unusual history of Avignon as the 14th-century seat of the papacy - an era that created the medieval city we see today. Visit the extensive circuit of medieval walls, the great Romanesque cathedral with its splendid papal tombs, and the imposing buildings of the Palace Square.Free trial of The Great Courses Signature Collection or buy
- S1 E9 - Avignon-The Babylonian CaptivityNovember 14, 201330minTraveling now to France, contemplate the unusual history of Avignon as the 14th-century seat of the papacy-an era that created the medieval city we see today. Visit the extensive circuit of medieval walls, the great Romanesque cathedral with its splendid papal tombs, and the imposing buildings of the Palace Square.This video is currently unavailable
- S1 E10 - Avignon: Papal SplendorMay 31, 202031minContinue with an in-depth visit to Avignon's Palace of the Popes - one of the most elaborate and luxurious palaces of the Middle Ages - highlighting the sumptuous private apartments and the settings of dazzling papal ceremonies. Also learn about Avignon's Jewish history, and walk the evocative, cobbled medieval streets.Free trial of The Great Courses Signature Collection or buy
- S1 E11 - Carcassonne: Fortress of the LanguedocMay 31, 202029minThe fortifications of this exquisite, romantic city were considered virtually impregnable. Study in detail Carcassonne's complex military defenses and the brilliant strategy behind their use. Then visit the monumental Castle of the Counts, with its dramatic towers, portcullises, and layers of defense - a stronghold of the French crown in an unstable region.Free trial of The Great Courses Signature Collection or buy
- S1 E12 - Carcassonne: Cathars and CrusadersMay 31, 202031minHere, encounter the heretical Cathars, who opposed the Roman church, and the resulting Albigensian Crusade, called to destroy them. Follow the response of the church in the grim events of the Inquisition, and visit the Inquisition Tower, the great cathedral of St. Nazaire, and other sites linked to the conflict.Free trial of The Great Courses Signature Collection or buy
- S1 E13 - Barcelona: The Gothic QuarterMay 31, 202031minWalk the streets of Barcelona's beautifully preserved medieval center, reflecting on the remarkable Palace of the Generalitat and the calm elegance of the Catalan Gothic cathedral and cloisters. Delve into Barcelona's turbulent history under the Visigoths, Moors, and Franks, and its flourishing as a great maritime power.Free trial of The Great Courses Signature Collection or buy
- S1 E14 - Barcelona: Imagination and InspirationMay 31, 202031minContinue with the jewels of Barcelona, among them the Royal Palace complex, richly decorated Gothic and Romanesque churches, the 15th-century hospital, merchants' mansions, and craftsmens' shopfronts. Visit the Maritime Museum; stroll the narrow, arched lanes and squares around the cathedral; and learn about Barcelona's mystical architect, Antoni Gaudí.Free trial of The Great Courses Signature Collection or buy
- S1 E15 - Dubrovnik: Pearl of the AdriaticMay 31, 202029minIn its construction, this lovely medieval city and former maritime republic was intended to rival Venice. Enter through the perfectly preserved city walls and study the elaborate fortifications. Trace Dubrovnik's history of enlightened government as you visit civic structures, churches, and the Sponza Palace, one of Dalmatia's most beautiful buildings.Free trial of The Great Courses Signature Collection or buy
- S1 E16 - Dubrovnik: City of Seven FlagsMay 31, 202030minProbe deeper into Dubrovnik's remarkable political system, highlighting its diplomatic strategies and progressive policies, such as a free public health service. Visit the sites connected to this history, including the Rector's Palace, the 15th-century orphanage, and a still-operating pharmacy founded in 1317, and enjoy the majesty of the city's architecture.Free trial of The Great Courses Signature Collection or buy
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- English
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- English [CC]
- Producers
- The Great Courses
- Starring
- Kenneth R. Bartlett
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- The Great Courses
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