Category: Discovering Venice Italy
get ready to embark on a journey of discovering Venice Italy, all over again. Dive into the enchanting heart of Venice, Italy with these posts. As one of the world’s most unique and romantic cities, Venice offers a tapestry of rich history, mesmerizing canals, and unparalleled charm. Here, we unravel the city’s best-kept secrets, from its iconic gondola-filled waterways to its hidden alleyways and squares. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or a curious soul, our curated articles provide a comprehensive guide to navigating Venice’s cobblestone streets, indulging in its culinary delights, and immersing yourself in its art and culture.
Buon viaggio!
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The crazy colorful houses of Burano
This small community on an island in the northeastern part of the Venetian lagoon has made it a point to paint its houses in bright neon hues, and thus the colorful houses of Burano are known throughout the world. Burano The small fishing island of Burano is located in the northeast of the Venetian lagoon… 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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My favorite photo spots in Venice – Capturing the Serenissima
In this post, I’ll tell you my five favorite photo spots in Venice, Italy that I’ve discovered and visited over and over again over the last few years. You can find the previous post about Venice and how to best get around the city here. Please note: Venice, despite its urban character, is built in… 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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Venetian Ventures: 5 Essential Survival Tips for Venice Italy
Of all the cities I have visited, Venice still fascinates me the most. Venice Italy, because of its history, architecture and the fact that it was built into the sea, is perhaps truly “the most improbable of cities,” as Thomas Mann wrote. On the other hand, its proximity to southern Germany – in 5 hours… 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