Publisher's Synopsis
Experience the Holy Land with Rick Steves.In this hour-long special, Rick Steves weaves together both the Israeli and the Palestinian narratives to better understand a place that is, for a third of humanity, literally holy land. The crossroads for three great religions, the Holy Land has been coveted and fought over for centuries. Dining with both Jews and Muslims, we realize the menu is essentially the same, whether in Hebrew or Arabic. While visiting the big sights, we delve deeper to better understand and empathize with both peoples. In Israel, we go from the venerable ramparts of Jerusalem to the vibrant modern skyline of Tel Aviv. In Palestine, by harvesting olives near Hebron, visiting a home in Bethlehem, and popping into a university in Ramallah, we get to know a land few tourists visit. And all along the way, we learn about security walls, disputed settlements, and the persistent challenges facing the region as Israelis and Palestinians learn to live together. Director's Cut DVDThis special director's cut features an extended version of the original 1-hour public television special,plus a commentary track featuring Rick Steves and director Simon Griffith. Bonus FeaturesQ&A with Rick StevesExtended interviewsBonus Disc: Rick Steves' Iran.
