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You get a splendid view of Venice and the Basilica di San Marco from the tallest bell tower in Venice. It can be seen from the laguna, and once you have reached the top, the whole laguna can be seen from above. Even though the... more
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Some legends say that the Ponte dei Sospiri was called the Bridge of Sighs because it was a rendezvous for lovers; however, the truth tells a much sadder tale. The bridge, in fact was built to convey magistrates to the courts a... more
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Johnny Cramer said
… building adjacent to the Doge's Palace across a canal, so the Ponte dei Sospiri (Sigh's Bridge) was built… continue reading »
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There is a silent and almost respectful ambiance in this museum. Visitors enter Museo Correr by means of a staircase, originally built as a grand entrance to the Napoleonic royal palace. From here, the tour continues through ne... more
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Pete and Bams said
… of the former Republic of St. Mark) Palace). On Piazza San Marco we also visited the Museo Correr (where… continue reading »
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Erected in the heart of the San Polo district of Venice, the Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari—more often referred to simply as the Frari—is one of the grandest churches to behold in the city. Completed in 1338, the g... more
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Caffè Florian opened in 1720 and has a long history of feeding arts, culture and its adherents. It is easy to find, as it is in the middle of the piazza, underneath the Museo Correr and the Museo Archeologico. More refined than... more
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CnJshipoff said
… Venetian glass; sip a bicerin at timeless Caffé Florian.… continue reading »
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This Confraternity located near the Church of St. Roch was originally founded to aid Venetian citizens in time of Plague. Today, the structure serves as a museum featuring the epic works of Jacopo Robusti, with over 50 of spir... more
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KandJBird said
…. Thankfully, together we have a good sense of direction. Scuola Grande di San Rocco was our next visit… continue reading »
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At the beginning of the 18th Century, Armenian monks arrived in Venice. These monks fled from the Moorish country after the Turkish invasion. The Serenissima (Venetians) gave them an island, which was used as a lepers' colony i... more
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Beginning around two weeks before Ash Wednesday and ending on Shrove Tuesday ( or Fat Tuesday), the Carnival of Venice is perhaps most notable for the masks worn by its participants. The masks come in all varieties, but most c... more
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Built in the middle of the 13th century, this church was extended and grew until the 16th Century. The church houses paintings by Titian, such as l'Assunta and La Madonna di CÃ Pesaro. In the side chapel, you will find Bellini'... more
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One of three historic cafés on Piazza San Marco, the Gran Caffè Quadri has been a part of the Venetian experience since 1775, along with the two other major cafés of Venice: Lavena and Florian. The atmosphere alone is worth... more
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Venice
It was still raining when we reached Venice 5 hours later. I was starting to think I had done something to offend the Roman gods an... Continue reading »
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Day 7: Tyrol, Austria to Venice
Today we wind through the astonishing beauty of the Brenner Pass to cross the border into Italy. It's a short boat ride to the hist... Continue reading »
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Venice, Italy
June 21st (Wednesday)- We set our alarm for 5:30 a.m. because we were to sail into the Venetian Lagoon around 6 a.m. I... Continue reading »
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Day 26: Venice
Today we got up at about 8:30am and headed for breakfast before 9:30 (when it finished serving). We then headed into Venice.The train sta... Continue reading »
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Venice: Ghettos, Gold and Galleries
After breakfast we all headed down to the vaperetto stop together. My friends were going to St Mark’s Square and then the Lido. They were... Continue reading »
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