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Celtic Britain-Wales– A Nationhood: This program is a magnificent journey through the land of the red dragon. Wales has some of the most breathtaking countryside in the United Kingdom, and its famous hills, valleys, villages and towns are steeped in history and legend. This unique program explores all aspects of life in Wales; it chronicles the great events that shaped its past, brings to new life the stories of the Welsh people and highlights aspects of the country’s fascinating culture. |
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The Genius of Wales: Wales has a history rich in characters of legendary stature, befitting a land that is said to have given birth to King Arthur and Merlin. Saints and sinners, warrior queens and preachers, legislators and the founder of the Tudor dynasty came from this hauntingly beautiful land. The Genius of Wales pays tribute to these men and women, from the age of the saints to the Industrial Revolution in a series of short biographies. Each is complete in itself, and together they weave a portrait of Wales through the centuries. |
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Castle: Host David Macaulay leads you on a tour of a 13th century Welsh castle, explaining its cultural significance and unique architectural features (including a "murder hole" used to repel intruders). Colorful, detailed animation shows how the castle was built and portrays the lifestyle of its early inhabitants. This program was a Red Ribbon-winner at the American Film and Video Festival and received a Cine Golden Eagle Award. |
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Weekend Explorer Conwy, Wales: Emmy and Multi Telly Awarded Active Travel Series Episode Highlights The majestic medieval castle town of Conwysits in northwestern Wales. With over 400 castles in Wales, legends abound, including one that the wizard Merlin--of Camelot fame--is thought to sleep on an island here. Welsh society was ancient way back when the Romans first came to Wales in 70 AD. Come along as we tour this scenic country from a base in historic Conwy, a town that sits within the protective walls of a majestic medieval castle horseback ride a mountain that overlooks the scenic Irish Sea hike in the Great Orme Country Park with wild goats and a bizarre looking type of seal, and visit a local woolen mill that takes wool from the sheep’s back all the way to tweed blazers, and take a train ride to Snowdonia National Park. Series Description Join the adventure as Emmy awarded host Jeffrey Lehmann takes you to incredibly scenic travel destinations around the world in this award winning series. Each episode features a unique destination's best kept secrets and traditional landmarks. Shot in state of the art 1080i high Definition, the series airs on over 210 PBS stations nationwide, HBO in Europe, and elsewhere. |