PBS
How some popular European destinations are trying to deter tourists from pouring in
Summer vacation time is fast vanishing, but this season was expected to break records worldwide, with billions of people breaking out their suitcases, sandals and swimsuits. But while tourism is a huge money maker, more destinations are...
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Venice gets ready for festival opening.
1. GVs of Venice Island
2. GVs Venice roof tops
3. MS Grand Canal
4. MS motor boat
5. Pan down from roof of Casino
6. Palazzo del Cinema
7. CU flags
8. MS flags being raised
9. GVs posters
10. MS Excelsior Hotel
11. Pan across to...
Crash Course
Venice and the Ottoman Empire Crash Course World History
In which John Green discusses the strange and mutually beneficial relationship between a republic, the citystate of Venice, and an Empire, the Ottomans--and how studying history can help you to be a better boyfriend and/or girlfriend....
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Corruption, wealth and beauty: The history of the Venetian gondola - Laura Morelli
It's hard to imagine Venice without the curious, banana-shaped gondolas that glide down the canals. How did these boats come to be the trademark transportation of Venice? Laura Morelli details the history of the gondola, explaining why...
TED Talks
Frederic Kaplan: How to build an information time machine
Imagine if you could surf Facebook ... from the Middle Ages. Well, it may not be as far off as it sounds. In a fun and interesting talk, Frederic Kaplan shows off the Venice Time Machine, a project to digitize 80 kilometers of books to...
TED Talks
TED: What happens when a city runs out of room for its dead | Alison Killing
If you want to go out and start your own cemetery in the uK, says Alison Killing, "you kind of can." She thinks a lot about where we die and are buried -- and in this talk, the architect and TED Fellow offers an eye-opening economic and...
Crash Course
Florence and the Renaissance: Crash Course European History
The Renaissance was a cultural revitalization that spread across Europe, and had repercussions across the globe, but one smallish city-state in Italy was in many ways the epicenter of the thing. Florence, or as Italians might say,...
TED Talks
Alison Killing: There’s a better way to die, and architecture can help
In this short, provocative talk, architect Alison Killing looks at buildings where death and dying happen -- cemeteries, hospitals, homes. The way we die is changing, and the way we build for dying ... well, maybe that should too. It's a...
Curated Video
Only In Italy 6 - Venetian Carnival
Venetian Carnival:People don elaborate masks and costumes from the eighteenth century at Venice's traditional lagoon city carnival, showcasing the city's rich cultural heritage.
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The drowning city
Join the team of engineers that is racing to save the city of Venice. People and places - Physical geography - Floods Learning Points Flooding can affect the land around rivers, and also coastal areas. Flooding can be caused by climate...
Bedtime History
Marco Polo For Kids
Learn about Marco Polo, the Italian merchant, who traveled Asia to become one of the earliest European explorers to learn about its culture and people and return to write about it.
Bedtime History
History of Glass For Kids
Learn more about the history of glass and glass production.
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Venice: a City of Islands, Culture, and Challenges
The city of Venice is built across 118 small islands in the lagoon along Italy s northern Adriatic coast. It has no roads so people must either walk along narrow paths or travel by boat.
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Shakespeare's Othello: Act 4, Scene 1 Analysis
This video delves into Act 4 of Othello, focusing on themes of masculinity and the destructive impact of patriarchal structures. We examine how gender roles and expectations influence the characters' actions and lead to tragic outcomes,...
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Shakespeare's Othello: Act 5, Scene 2 Analysis
In this final installment, we dive deep into the heart-wrenching conclusion of Othello, Act 5, Scene 2. Explore the devastating impact of miscommunication and silence as Othello confronts Desdemona, leading to the tragic climax. We...
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Shakespeare's Othello: Act 4, Scene 2 Analysis
In this video, we delve into Act 4, Scene 2 of Othello, highlighting the destructive power of patriarchy on both men and women. We explore how Othello's growing mistrust and Iago's manipulation further complicate the characters'...
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Shakespeare's Othello: Act 3, Scene 3, Lines 221-546 Analysis
This video explores Act 3, Scene 3 of Othello, where Iago manipulates Othello into doubting Desdemona's fidelity by exploiting cultural biases and symbolic objects, leading to Othello's transformation and misguided loyalty.
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The Day Henry Met…A Gondola
Henry meets an old worn out Gondola in a grotty boat yard. Henry learns all about boats and how they are used for transport for hundreds of years. Gondola has always wanted to cruise through the watery romantic streets of Venice to carry...
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Battle of Nicopolis, 1396 AD Part 1 of 2 The Crusade Beckons
Battle of Nicopolis, 1396 AD Part 1 of 2 The Crusade Beckons
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Battle of Nicopolis, 1396 AD Part 2 of 2 The Ottomans confront Europe
Battle of Nicopolis, 1396 AD Part 2 of 2 The Ottomans confront Europe
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The Battle of Keresztes: The Decisive Engagements of October 1596
This video details the strategic maneuvers and engagements between the Allied Christian army and the Ottoman forces in October 1596. Despite initial successes and tactical advantages, both sides faced fierce resistance and strategic...
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The Battle of Keresztes: The Prelude to the Long Turkish War
This video describes the events leading up to the beginning of the Long Turkish War in the late 16th century, focusing on the conflict between the Ottoman Empire and the Holy Roman Empire. It details key battles, military strategies, and...
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The Battle of Keresztes: A Detailed Account of Strategy, Triumph, and Defeat
This video provides a detailed account of the Battle of Keresztes, a significant historical event where the Christian and Ottoman armies clashed in a strategic and intense battle. The video delves into the planning, tactics, and...