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People often refer to Venice as the city of canals and bridges. However, the more than 500 gardens largely exceed the 403 bridges in the city. Just like me, you might be surprised by this high number. Many of these […]
Even though I often travel to Venice, preparing a trip still takes time. I do the practical things, such as booking a flight and a hotel and checking the weather forecast, on automatic pilot. However, I spend most of my […]
Tintoretto is one of Venice’s most famous painters. With more than 700 works spread all over the city, it’s almost impossible to visit Venice without a glimpse on several of his paintings. The most difficult part is to choose which […]
Glassmaking is one of the most important artisanal trades in Venice. The industry has been around since 846 and has a strong tie with Murano since 1291. To revive and promote the art of glassmaking, The Venice Glass Week was […]
Peggy Guggenheim was, and still is, one of the important women who left a mark on Venice. She was not only an esteemed socialite while she lived in Palazzo Venier dei Leoni along Canal Grande. As an art collector, she […]
The walk along the waterfront near Piazza San Marco is one which every visitor to Venice makes. First time travelers are amazed by the beauty of Palazzo Ducale, the gondolas floating in the Bacino and the views on San Giorgio […]
Katia. The Venice Insider.
Fond of Venice since 1987, in love with the city since 2004 and addicted since 2011. Most heard comment from friends ‘Venice? Again?!?’ Click here to read more about my story.
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