Lonely Planet: Best Parks Ever - America's National Parks

Mount Rushmore stands unrivaled in the world, a sky-high tribute to the heroes and ideals that shaped America. This stirring program features rare footage that chronicles its monumental construction. This iconic treasure is just one of the wonders to be found in the Black Hills, a region rich in history and majesty.

This fascinating video captures the uniqueness of Alaska, from the wilderness of the great parks to the life of the people in the cities and countryside. Cruise up the Inside Passage and visit the colorful coastal towns of Southeastern Alaska. Explore Glacier Bay's tremendous fjords and glaciers. Ride the Alaska Railroad from Fairbanks and see Denali National Park (Mt. McKinley), the Matunukska Valley, and Anchorage. Travel to the remote Eskimo lands in the Far North. Other wonders of Alaska included are Ketchikan, Juneau, Sitka, Skagway, Homer, Katmai National Park, Kotzebue, Gates of the Arctic National Park, the sternwheeler "Discovery", Alaskaland and Earthquake Park.

A closer look at the parks and forests of Washington state.

Visit All 55 American National Parks and see why each is treasured as an irreplaceable part of our national legacy. From Alaska and Hawaii to Florida and Maine, this unique collection celebrates the protected wilderness areas and the amazing recreational opportunities offered by our national parks. No two vistas are alike in this stunning program, but every park has one thing in common. Each of them is a living symbol of the untamed American spirit.

Experience the spectacular, wild beauty of Yellowstone National Park -- the splendor of its seasons and the majesty of its wildlife -- all from such scenic vantage points as Old Faithful, Yellowstone Lake, Hayden Valley, Specimen Ridge, Norris Geyser Basin and more. As you enjoy this spectacular national park in living color with specially scored music and enlightening narration, you'll feel as though you're actually there!

A look at the scenic beauty of Alaska's great parks.

Experience the splendor of untamed America. For the first time, view all 58 of America's National Parks, shot in stunning High Definition and by acclaimed filmmaker, Dennis Burkhart featured on PBS, and Discovery Channel. NBC showcases the unrivaled grandeur and vastness of America's rare lands. Discover the true beauty of your America.

See the actual battlefields as they were and as they are today. No battlefields have greater appeal than the meticulously preserved meadows and forests where four heroic encounters of the Civil War were decided. Relive the story behind each conflict as thousands reenact the battles.

With a history of intrigue, romance, opera, festivals, old world grandeur, Austrians blend tradition and culture to live life at its best. What other countries say with words, Austrians say with the music of Mozart, Strauss and Schubert. This video tours a land of spectacular beauty, sounds of music, tastes of strudel and Sachertorte, touches of history and the pleasant smell of a winter's fire after a day in the Alps.