Travelogues
Category: Documentary
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SKU: D30719
Enjoy brisk trips through Shanghai and Hong Kong in this colorful travelogue focused on the sights, sounds, and culture of China. Host Rudy Maxa shops, dines, and strolls through the parks of Shanghai, then proceeds to the heart of the Hong Kong metropolis, surveying its majesty during a ride on the Star Ferry. 81 min. Soundtrack: English. ... more
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FullscreenSKU: D92462
Witness the movement of China into the 21st century with this program that functions not only as a visual tour of the country but as an explanation of how they are reaching out to the West. Stops range from the bustle of such modern cities as Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong to the historic sites of X'ian and the Great Wall. Also includes ... more
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FullscreenSKU: D98846
"Touring China" provides the armchair tourist with a stunning overview of the fascinating nation, with stops in Beijing, the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, Shanghai, and Hong Kong among its many delightful highlights. Next, from the majestic heights of the Himalayas to the shores of the sacred Ganges, "Touring India" beckons with a ... more
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SKU: D74592
After decades of seclusion, mainland China's many wonders were reopened to the outside world in the 1970s. Documentarian Judy Jarvis was the first Westerner to capture the sights of Beijing and the fabulous Forbidden City on film. Introduction by Edwin Newman. 56 min. Soundtrack: English; featurettes; photo gallery.
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FullscreenSKU: D35772
The "Pearl of the Orient" is yours to explore in this entertaining travelogue focused on the sights and sounds of Shanghai, the largest city in China. You'll enjoy an educational tour led by a local guide, dine at the Soong Mansion and relive the era of the 1930s, and experience the rich historical district of the Bund. And you'll never ... more
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FullscreenSKU: D35794
Take part in an engrossing tour of China's capital city without traveling any farther than the distance from your recliner to your television set! This wide-ranging travelogue takes you through Beijing's most captivating locales, with stops at such historic sites as the Forbidden City and the Great Wall, as well as fun trips to antique ... more
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FullscreenSKU: D42580
When hungry, the Canton locals are ready to pick one from column A, one from column B, one from column C...and one from any other column on the menu! This delectable documentary offers a mouth-watering overview of Guangzhou cuisine, including a diverse and colorful selection of dishes from more than 20 different provinces. Enjoy the ... more
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FullscreenSKU: D44095
The versatile and nutritious staple of millions of diets is celebrated in this informative and entertaining documentary about tofu. Surveying the many varieties of the bean curd, including the black tofu of Nanking and the smoked tofu of Guizhou, this colorful program shows just why tofu remains a popular and vital food in China, and ... more
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FullscreenSKU: D44301
When you seek out the pleasures of Imperial Chinese cuisine, you inevitably come to the iconic Peking duck. This mouth-watering chronicle of the celebrated dish includes a trip to the farms of Beijing, where you will learn how the choicest ducks are singled out and prepared. Also, discover how an expert Peking duck chef roasts and presents ... more
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FullscreenSKU: D46522
In Hong Kong, your dim sum choices are plentiful, and this mouth-watering program surveys more than 600 varieties of the popular Chinese meal. From traditional favorites such as the spring roll, barbeque pork bun, and prawn dumpling to the priciest of Chinese brunches not on the menu of average restaurants, this program is an appetizing ... more
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SKU: D30053
Planning a trip to China? Make sure your itinerary includes stops outside of Beijing with help from this spectacular travelogue. Tour the fashionable and fast-paced city of Shanghai; enjoy sailing in Qingdao; explore the mythological history of Qinhuangdao; see how European influences have taken root in Tianjin; visit the "Forbidden ... more
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FullscreenSKU: D12247
Travel expert Rudy Maxa serves as your tour guide on this amazing journey through Thailand. In "Bangkok," join locals at the street markets for a taste of Thai cooking, and then attend their exciting birthday party for the king. Next, "Golden Triangle" will take you on a peaceful ride along the Kok River before an evening of bargain ... more
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SKU: D79911
The Land of the Rising Sun beckons travellers with a wealth of points of interest, from cosmopolitan Tokyo to historic festivals and ancient temples. Dr. Dwayne Merry lets you explore Japan, from sumo wrestlers in training and fisherman aided by cormorant birds to the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and a rare look at the Ainu, Japan's ... more
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SKU: D94237
Explore the region of old Japan known as the Tokaido, through which a series of roadways connecting the provinces helped end the power of the samurai and the influence of the shogun. Featuring majestic cinematography, historical anecdotes, and insightful explorations of the local architecture and customs, this travelogue shines a unique ... more
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Rudy Maxa's World: Japan(2009)
FullscreenSKU: D12980
Join renowned travel expert Rudy Maxa as he travels to Japan to explore the rich history and culture of this amazing destination. "Tokyo" will take you on an exciting tour of the country's vibrant metropolis, showcasing its innovative fashion and cutting-edge technology. Then, discover traditional Japan in "Kyoto," where you'll visit ... more
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FullscreenSKU: D30180
Now that glasnost is all the rage, why not take a tour of the most picturesque locations in Russia and the Ukraine? Combining beautiful cinematography with classical music by Tchaikovsky, this delightful travelogue includes stops in St. Petersburg, Sevastopol on the Black Sea coast, and the city of Odessa. 70 min. Standard; Soundtracks: ... more
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FullscreenSKU: D12248
Led by travel expert Rudy Maxa, embark on an exciting tour of Russia and Estonia to discover what these two European destinations have to offer. In "St. Petersburg," you'll hop aboard a private water taxi to tour everything from the city's peaceful canals to the magnificent Peterhof Palace. Next, "Tallinn & the Islands" will take you ... more
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Rudy Maxa's World: India(2009)
FullscreenSKU: D12243
Accompany travel expert Rudy Maxa on a spectacular journey through the heart of northern India. In "Delhi & Agra," you'll explore the crowded, fragrant streets of Delhi, then experience the rich history and splendor of the Taj Mahal. Next, "Rajasthan" will take you inside the most magnificent temples and palaces of this vibrant region. ... more
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Song Of Ceylon(1934)
FullscreenSKU: D04489
This award-winning film from the '30s offers a lushly photographed, leisurely paced excursion to Ceylon (now Sri Lanka), a true tropical paradise. Directed for the Tea Marketing Board by England's Basil Wright, the picture surpasses its commercial origins with stunning beauty and artfulness. 40 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English.
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FullscreenSKU: D30204
Beautiful music bridges the gaps between the past and the present in this spellbinding musical travelogue of Uzbekistan. While the strains of "Scheherazade" and "Sadko" by Rimsky-Korsakov play in the background, the program whisks the armchair traveler from Bukhara to Khiva, exploring mosques and madrasa in a land rich with monuments ... more
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Samantha Brown's Asia(2010)
WidescreenSKU: D07838
Spirited Travel Channel star Samantha Brown leads you on another adventure through exotic lands in this series focused on the most memorable destinations in the Far East. Learn what to see, what to eat, and much more, as Brown offers money-saving insights and other tourism tips while journeying through Vietnam, Thailand, Hong Kong, ... more
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