Category: History of Venice
Dive deep into the intricate history of Venice. “Discovering Venice, Italy” takes you on a historical journey, unearthing secrets and stories that have shaped this iconic city. Learn about its rise, its golden era, and the legends that still echo in its alleyways.
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The most important events in Venice in 2023 – All traditional events and typical Venetian holidays
Venice is a city with centuries of history and traditions that are still kept alive today through events of various kinds. Ancient dances, masked parades, epic naval competitions are just some of the wonderful spectacles you can experience and relive the glorious past of the Serenissima. Venice is also a scene of events of great… Read more
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Flooding in Venice – Why is the beautiful lagoon city increasingly under water?
High tide in Venice, or “acqua alta,” can make Venice seem like Atlantis. It was at its worst in 1966, when floodwaters inundated the city with nearly two meters of salty lagoon water. It is possible to see the water splashing over the canal banks or gushing through the drains in St. Mark’s Square. Acqua… Read more
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2022 Venice Carnival: Is it worth visiting?
The special thing about the Venice Carnival are the colorful masks that allow you to hide your personality and slip into a new role. The fanciful costumes are works of art and can be bought in Venice at these very prices. The Venice Carnival has a centuries-old tradition; even Casanova loved the colorful hustle and… Read more
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Mysteries and Traditions of Festa delle Marie in Venice – The Marian Feast Behind the Veil
The Festa delle Marie in Venice is one of the most important events of the Venetian Carnival: it stages the famous kidnapping as well as the subsequent rescue of twelve brides that happened in Venice at the time of Doge Candiano III in 943. Since the ninth century, it had been the custom in Venice… Read more
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The true story of the Venice Carnival: Revelry, Romance, and Renaissance Splendor
The history and origins of the Venice Carnival are topics that cause much fascination and enthusiasm. A look at it lets us know when and how this extraordinary event was born, how masks and costumes have evolved over time, what curious anecdotes and historical facts have characterized the Carnevale di Venezia… The Carnival is one… Read more