From Paris to Rome with Bettany Hughes

S01E03 Florence, Lake Como, Milan

As Bettany journeys through enchanting destinations, she is captivated by the breathtaking canals of Venice, the luxurious charm of Lake Como, and the picturesque Seine River in Paris, all in pursuit of life’s pleasures. Her latest adventure kicks off in the stunning city of Florence. There, she stands before Botticelli’s iconic painting, The Birth of Venus, and treats herself to a delectable chocolate delight at Cafe Rivoire. Paying tribute to Michelangelo’s David, she shares how the artist cleverly deceived the statue’s commissioners with a bit of marble dust and sleight of hand. Bettany also explores the breathtaking Boboli Gardens, and as the sun sets, she savors an exquisite dinner with a view, reveling in the joys of Italian life.