Portugal

Travel Video. DVD. Exploring. The medieval city of Viana do Castelo lies in the Minho region on the northeastern coast of Portugal. This ancient land is the birthplace of the country, and history resonates through every picturesque place. Here the country's colourful folklore comes to life in costume, music and festivities, and time-honored tradition transcends generations. In this show, perspectives take us from an open...

DVD. Vista Point. 26 Minutes. Al-Gharb - The Land In The West! Because it formed part of their realm, the southernmost province of Portugal was thus named by the Arabs who occupied it and everywhere there are castles which the Christian kings built during the Moorish Wars. Tavira had numerous rulers, among them Romans and Greeks who established a trading centre. Unobtrusive elegance is an...

DVD. Cities of the World. 60 Minutes. Portugal. The 5 and half thousand square meters large southern part of the once proud colonial empire is Algarve, bathing all year in the sun. From the hilltops, moor forts look down on to the surroundings. In the old towns narrow roads lead up to the magnificent Manuel-style temples. The buildings are ornamented by Azulejos, moor painted tiles....

Francis Porto (Igreja de Sao Francisco), Portugal - Travel Video. DVD. Global Treasures. 10 Minutes. Since the early foundation of Porto in Roman times the Douro River has been an important lifeline for the second largest city in Portugal. Its outstanding landmark, the Igreja De Sao Francisco, rises up above the steep riverbank and over a nostalgic tramline. During the economic and cultural flowering period...

DVD. The Brewshow. 90 Minutes. Lying deep in the North Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Africa, the Portuguese sub-tropical paradise invites all to enjoy its unique island culture. Famous for flowers and wine and so much more. Extra short segments: Cafe Chega de Saudade Fisherman's Poncha Palheiro Golf Club

DVD. Alternate Routes. 30 Minutes. This beach town in southern Portugal is a 'black hole' for travelers who get sucked in by the amazing weather, beaches, surfing, and bars. Andrew from Vancouver found work at one of the bars and his initial two day visit has stretched into two seasons. He shares accommodation with other like-minded travelers and together they enjoy the daily routine that...

DVD. Vista Point. 26 Minutes. Lisbon is a white city located on Portugal's River Tejo and is flamboyantly beautiful and full of melancholy, and also lively and bursting with colourful joie de vivre. The Praca Dom Pedro is more commonly known as the Rossio. At the northern end of the square is a former palace that has been transformed into a national theatre. The main...

DVD. Cities of the World. 60 Minutes. Madeira - a part of Portugal - is an island near the coast of Africa in the Atlantic Ocean. The island has a mild climate, and its main assets are its legendary flowers and natural beauties. Madeira's name is strongly connected with the wine and a handcraft of the same name. In the center of the Wine Company...

DVD. Global Treasures. 10 Minutes. The Mosteiro De Alcoba?a is a massive, medieval monastery in Alcoba?a and one of the most important historical monuments in Portugal. The creative influence of the monastery's fraternity is still evident and its interior is one of the most beautiful examples of Gothic Cistercian design. King Afonso Henriques promised the construction of the Cistercian monastery in 1147 following a decisive...

DVD. Global Treasures. 10 Minutes. The Batalha Monastery is one of Portugal's masterpieces of Late Gothic architecture and also one of its most important monuments. The monastery was built in thanksgiving to the Virgin Mary who answered the people's prayers during the decisive battle of Aljubarrota and in keeping with the political and historical significance of this victory, the architecture of the monastery is quite...

DVD . Global Treasures . 10 Minutes. In the Lissabon quarter of Bel?m the vast Hieronymit Monastery, the Mosteiro Dos Jer?nimos, covers an area of 300 metres. At one time, its beautiful facade was situated close to the banks of the Tejo and it is no accident that the monastery was built in this location. King Manuel The First wanted the monastery to highlight the...

DVD. Global Treasures. 10 Minutes. Proudly, powerfully and surrounded by fortified walls, the Convento De Christo Monastery is situated above the town of Tomar, north of Lisbon. Beyond the near impenetrable fortification was the Portuguese branch of the Order of the Knights Templar. The layout and decoration of the Convento De Christo and its church contain the numerous architectural styles and works of art of...

DVD. Global Treasures. 10 Minutes. Porto is the second largest city in Portugal and is the city from which the country derived its name. At its centre is the Praca Da Liberdade a large square that is guarded by a statue of King Dom Pedro the Fourth. The Torre Dos Clerigos is the symbol of Porto and in the middle of the 18th century was...

DVD. Vista Point. 26 Minutes. Situated in the north of Portugal, Porto is a cultural capital of Europe and birthplace of the nation. The Torre Dos Clerigos is the symbol of the city and was built in the middle of the 18th century on a rock at the city's most elevated point. Two hundred and twenty five steps lead to a stunning view across the...

DVD. 7 Days. 52 Minutes. In the south of the country, the Algarve is the mainstay of Portuguese tourism with golden sandy beaches, bright red rocky coasts and a profusion of castles built by the Christian kings during the Moorish Wars. Faro is the capital of the Algarve and today its huge old city wall indicates its past importance. Close to the Baroque cathedral, the...

Globe Trekker Video. Located in southern Europe with its west face surrounded by the Atlantic ocean Portugal is known for its sunny climate and superb beach resorts. Visitors are also attracted to the vineyards, stunning inland landscapes and its thriving capital, Lisbon. Traveler Megan McCormick starts her journey in the beautiful Doruro Valley before heading north to trek through the spectacular Peneda Geres National Park....

DVD. Six Shows: 3 hours, closed captioned, NTSC format, all region compatible. Here's where we'll take you... The Majesty of Madrid -- Madrid is studded with riches from its glory days. We tour the lavish Royal Palace, enjoy art-packed museums, and look deep into Picasso's greatest masterpiece. Experiencing Madrid at its fun-loving best, we're mesmerized by flamenco dancers and munch on pigs' ears. Then, for...

DVD . Global Treasures . 10 Minutes. From Pena Ventos Hill the view across the traditional and picturesque old town of Porto on the Rio Douro could not be more beautiful. The houses are set close to each other along the steep slopes of the old Portuguese harbour town. The historic origins of S? Catedral date back to the 12th century when the original church...

DVD. Global Treasures. 10 Minutes. Around 30 kilometres from Lisbon is the small historic Portuguese town of Sintra where once the rise and fall of an entire kingdom took place. King Jo?o The First ordered construction of the Pal?cio Nacional De Sintra on the foundations of a Moorish construction that dated back to the 10th century. From the palace there's a beautiful view across the...

DVD. Europe's Classic Romantic Inns. 30 Minutes. TERRA NOSTRA GARDEN HOTEL Located on the island of San Miguel, the resort hotel is built in the crater of an extinct volcano. The particular micro-climate has fostered a lush garden filled with rare species of plants, and thermal springs feed its giant pool. We tour the extensive gardens with the young owner, Luis Bensaude, and eat “cozido,”...

DVD . Global Treasures. 10 Minutes. Widely visible, and in the form of a ship rising out of the sea, Portugal's Torre De Belem is a fascinating structure which symbolizes the spirit of discovery of its creator, King Manuel I. Here, Byzantine, Venetian, Arabian, and even Indian building elements, combine in monumental Manuelism style. In order to protect the approaches to Lisbon, canons point threateningly...

DVD. On Tour. 26 Minutes. In the capital of Portugal, Lisbon's hilly old town is wonderful to explore on its historic trams, the El?ctricos, a living museum that soon changed the travel routine of Lisbon's population. In August 1901 the El?ctricos were introduced and the first electric line was inaugurated.Little has changed since that time and the original rolling stock has been in use to...