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These colourful poles are an underestimated landmark of Venice
May 11, 2018

Did you ever wonder about the ‘pali da casada’, the colourful poles in front of palazzos and hotels along the canals in Venice? These wooden structures are an intrinsic part of the skyline and the …

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Discover the hidden musical heritage of Venice
March 16, 2018

The cultural heritage of Venice is not limited to beautiful palazzos, glassmaking or gondoliers. Venice has also a very long history in music. Many composers who lived in Venice played an important role particularly in …

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An insider’s story from the world of gondoliers in Venice
February 16, 2018

Gondoliers are an important Venetian icon and remind us of a glamorous lifestyle. They represent one of the eldest trades in the city. There is however still a lot of mystery around the gondoliers’ world. …

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Is a visit to Venice a waste of time?
December 8, 2017

Since I started my blog on Venice 2 years ago, I received a lot of questions. Some are from experienced Venice travelers, but many come from people who don’t know the city yet. One of …

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Insider tips for your first trip to Venice
August 19, 2017

The most important thing to understand before your first trip to Venice is that the city is completely different from anything you have ever seen and that, most likely, you will want to return asap. …

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Discover how Venice finances its cultural heritage
February 19, 2017

The city of Venice is not like any other city in the world and so is the way it finances its cultural heritage. A lot of the historical buildings suffer daily from the struggle with the …

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