The Wonders of Europe - Season 2

In 1870, convinced that France's defeat by Prussia is divine punishment, a small circle of Catholics vow to build a gigantic basilica in the heart of Paris if the capital is spared. Thus, the Sacré Cœur is born.

Every year, nearly 7 million people visit the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris, France, making it one of the most visited monuments in the world. At the time it was built, the tower was the tallest structure in the world.

The legendary Pantheon, one of the best preserved monuments of ancient Rome, is a temple dedicated to the Roman gods. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it still has many secrets to reveal.

Explores Mont Saint-Michel, one of the most visited sites in France with nearly 3 million visitors per year. Located in a spectacular bay, this granite islet has become a major pilgrimage site.