Museum City: Vatican City: Art & Glory

Conceived in glory and preserved in art, Vatican City is both the capital of Roman Catholicism, home of the Pope, and the repository for a marvelous array of western civilization’s cultural masterpieces. Visit this tiny independent principality within the city of Rome, Italy via this comprehensive Travel Documentary from the Museum City Series on DVD. You'll see the Vatican's priceless treasures through the eyes of the artists, poets, and architects that helped to create the intoxicating aura and spiritual lure that draws millions of yearly visitors. Discover the tales behind the creation of monumental works such as Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel, the Apollo Belvedere, the Pieta, St. Peter’s Square, and Raphael's School of Athens.

"Take an informative tour among the priceless treasures of the Vatican... a breathtaking array of masterpieces." - The Washington Post

An indispensable program for travelers, art lovers and history buffs alike, this DVD showcases Vatican City as a living, breathing museum, and is the ideal start for new travelers en route, as well as the perfect warm reminder of the fond memories from your last trip.