Posts Tagged 'magnificent'
Aztecs: Inside the hidden empire 1/5
Aztecs: Inside the hidden empire 1/5 Ancient Voices – Aztecs: Inside the hidden empire Part 1 Brutal, Sophisticated, Misunderstood, Beneath the sprawl of modern-day Mexico City lie the once-glorious remains of the Aztec Capital of Tenochtitlan. From this teeming 15th-century hub, the Aztecs ruled a realm of fabulous architecture, advanced science and intricate artwork. But they are best known for their reliance on human sacrifice and violent conquest to control their world. Why, then, did a civilization capable of such beauty and accomplishment harbor such violence at its very heart? Join leading researchers on a journey from the magnificent past of North America's greatest empire to its poignant remnants today. Visit the ghostly ruins of Teotihuacan where the Aztec myth was born and through virtual-reality, see the long-vanished Tenochtitlan rise again in all its ceremonial splendor. Then, witness the arrival of the Spanish and the grisly excesses on both sides that ultimately led to the Aztecs' downfall. Aztecs: Inside the Hidden Empire reveals all the complex and surprising sides of this world of “blood and flowers.” Now, renowned experts and breakthrough techniques reveal history's most sought-after secrets…in the echo of ANCIENT VOICES. See lost worlds brought to life again through state-of-the-art virtual reality reconstructions, stunning location filming and evocative reenactments. And get closer than ever before to the extraordniary human minds behind the myths, mysteries and monuments. From: DocumentalesMexico Views: 115469 215 ratings Time: 10:01 More in Entertainment
HGTV Gives Viewers a First Look at the 2011 HGTV Dream Home on New Year’s Day
The spectacular home, nestled beneath the magnificent Mt. Mansfield, is part of a $2 million grand-prize package.
Shaun White Olympics 2010 video: the magnificent McTwist 1260! (Entertainment and Showbiz!)
The “The Flying Tomato” has done it again. Shaun Roger White is a two-time Olympic gold medalist now. Yes, just like the 2006 Olympic gold, he grabbed the 2010 in style as well. Shaun took the cake away on the first run of his favorite event, the halfpipe. He scored a marvelous 46.8 which was SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: “Shaun White Olympics 2010 video: the magnificent McTwist 1260!”, url …
Oprah pays tab for Michigan Avenue party (Chicago Tribune)
Talk show host Oprah Winfrey has paid more than $54,000 to the city of Chicago for her block party earlier this month that closed a swath of the Magnificent Mile. Cindy Gatziolis is a spokeswoman for Chicago’s Office of Special Events. She says Winfrey promptly paid the $54,832 bill for city services. About $28,000 went to the Office of Emergency Management and Communications for traffic control …
Oprah pays $54,832 tab for Michigan Avenue party (Chicago Tribune)
Talk show host Oprah Winfrey has paid more than $54,000 to the city of Chicago for her block party earlier this month that closed a swath of the Magnificent Mile.
America’s National Parks and Forests
America's National Parks and Forests TO ORDER: www.MyPCTalks.com Now the magnificent beauty of the national park system is available on your TV or PC. This video includes stunning videos of America's great national parks, forests and historical monuments. The videos are indexed so you can quickly see each park. Spectacular DVD videos – You'll see the breathtaking scenery of Yosemite and Yellowstone, activities such as snowmobiling, skiing, biking, horseback riding and climbing Mt. Rainier, wildlife such as bison, elk, swan … From: mypctalks Views: 47540 7 ratings Time: 02:13 More in Travel & Events
