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    A Venetian gondola is a masterly piece of craftsmanship

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A Venetian gondola is a masterly piece of craftsmanship
November 30, 2019

The gondola is undoubtedly a Venetian icon. Before you can enjoy a ride on the canals in Venice, more than 10 different local artisans are involved to create this elegant …

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How to help Venice and the Venetians after the acqua alta
November 16, 2019

On November 12, 2019, Venice has been hit very hard by an extreme level of acqua alta. The water reached a level of 187 cm, just below the record level …

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Food shopping on Giudecca in Venice
November 2, 2019

Food shopping in Venice is mainly associated with the Rialto market. There are however also several local shops which are worth exploring if you want to buy fresh food during …

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A magical visit to the illuminated mosaics of the basilica
October 20, 2019

Visiting the San Marco basilica in Venice in a private setting is a unique opportunity to admire the brightly lit, dazzling mosaics. On top of that, a guide can captivate …

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9 typical Venetian features explained along Zattere
October 5, 2019

Wandering around Venice, you notice several architectural details which define the typical Venetian style of buildings. These make the city easily recognizable on pictures.   Walking along Fondamenta delle Zattere from Punta …

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13 useful apps for your trip to Venice
September 1, 2019

Traveling around Venice can be quite complicated, escpecially if you don’t know the city very well. Luckily, there are plenty of apps that can make your trip easier and more …

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