Manzanillo

Questar Video. When Emperor Montezuma met Cortez he gave the conquistador the entire Aztec Empire. It was the beginning of the end. The brilliant and powerful cultures of Mesoamerica (Olmecs, Zapotecs, Toltecs, Aztecs and Maya) believed that one day the God-man Quetzalcoatl would return from the east to claim his rightful throne. This idea was supported by a complex calendar and close observations of the...

Questar Video. Recent breakthroughs in deciphering Mayan glyphs, and archeological discoveries, shed new light upon this extraordinary civilization. Their rise to power and the influence of their city states throughout Mesoamerica are brought to life with extensive on-location footage, aerial photography, National Geographic recreations and computer animation. Observe the modern day Mayan struggle to keep their ancient culture alive in the 21st century. The program...

This fascinating series takes you to the great spiritual places of the world and reflects the lifestyle, landscape and people that surround the sites as well as contemporary spiritual practices within each place. Edward James Olmos narrates Mystic Lands, which also features the original music of internationally acclaimed recording artist Chris Spheeris. Bhutan: Land of the Thunder Dragon - Explore the tiny Buddhist kingdom of...

Questar Video. You and Shari explore... Merida's elegant, old-world architecture before relaxing at a free concert in the park. You also ride to the peaceful town of Progreso on the Gulf Coast and visit the pyramids at Chich?n Itza and Uxmal that bring to life the ancient Maya and Toltec civilizations. Cancun Shari shows you around Cancun, describing how this glitzy resort has grown from...

DVD. 1 Hours and 40 Minutes. Host Shari Belafonte in a climb up the pyramids of Teotihuacan. Explore the Reforma, Zocolo and the Zona Rosa. Appreciate the architecture of Guadalajara, and then head for the beaches at Puerta Vallarta. In Cuernavaca, visit glitzy Ixtapa and laid-back Zihuatanejo. Marvel at the wealth of silver in Taxco. After touring the Palace of Cortes, explore pre-Aztec pyramids at...