South America

DVD. Modern Times Wonders The thirteen hundred kilometre Rio Iguazu flows into the Rio Parana, the third largest major river of South America where, on the border between Brazil and Paraguay, one of the largest hydroelectric power plants on earth was built, the Itaipu Dam. Tall tubes lead the dam's water to the turbines and it has been calculated that around forty times the entire...

DVD. ABCD. 53 Minutes. Paraguay is an interesting country, spanning across the South American continent. It was named after the Paraguay River, which forms the backbone of the entire country.In the language of the original inhabitants Guaran? means "water that goes all the way to the ocean". The film introduces not only the beauties and points of interest in the Paraguayan nature, but also its...

DVD. Green Paradise. 104 Minutes. Tropical Wonders and Dramatic Landscapes Explore the world’s most beautiful paradises! The natural beauty of these stunning locales has been preserved for centuries by local populations. Travel to these magical places and experience their splendors in stunning high definition. Learn about local wildlife and regional ecosystems. Meet the locals whose dedication has preserved these lands and who are now building...

DVD. The World Atlas. 56 Minutes. The Atlas steps into the digital age. A new one-of-a-kind World Atlas covering all parts of the globe with animated maps from Rand McNally and in-depth cultural and historical information. Each episode is dedicated to different countries, containing four distinct features - physical geography, political geography, popular locations, and thematic maps. The new digitally animated one-of-a-kind version of an...

DVD. The World Atlas. 39 Minutes. The Atlas steps into the digital age. A new one-of-a-kind World Atlas covering all parts of the globe with animated maps from Rand McNally and in-depth cultural and historical information. Each episode is dedicated to different countries, containing four distinct features - physical geography, political geography, popular locations, and thematic maps. The new digitally animated one-of-a-kind version of an...

Just below the snow-capped mountain peaks, where the winds howl and a perpetual mist rises from the jungle below, live the Qeros. 53 minutes ? 2001

Discovery Channel. Viewers will tour the natural and historical treasures of one of the world's most diverse continents, including a meeting with two unique creatures of the Galapagos that intrigued Charles Darwin. Viewers will also travel to the ruins of the ancient Inca city of Cuzco, Peru, and see the majestic cataracts at Iguacu Falls, where water and gravity collide. Meets National Education Standards. Includes...

DVD. Globe Trekker. Beginning in Uruguay’s capital Montevideo, Holly discovers its colonial Spanish history and charm. After trying the local cuisine, she travels down to the beach and gets a taste of the annual carnival festivities. She then drives along the coastline to Punta del Este and Cabo Polonio before heading north to Taquarembo to take part in the biggest gaucho festival in the world....