In this chapter we discuss a path full of history, famous villas, easy and suggestive: the Cycle Route of Riviera del Brenta. The Cycle Route of Riviera del Brenta is an evocative route that runs along the Naviglio del Brenta, an ancient communication route where the Venetian nobles built enchanting villas. In fact, these beautiful …
In this chapter we present one of the tastiest, most interesting and easy-to-perform dishes of Venetian cuisine: The Stewed Cuttlefish. Stewed cuttlefish, thanks to the simplicity in preparing them and the incredible flavor, are one of the most tasty and popular recipes in the area. There are many variations to prepare this recipe, there are …
Plan your next holidays in a historic city, full of typical products and located a few steps from one of the most beautiful and well-equipped beaches on the Venetian coast, your weekend in Chioggia. This spectacular city of art is located south of the province of Venice, and is an ideal point to discover …
In this chapter we discuss a historical route, totally immersed in the Venetian lagoon, the Cycle Route from Chioggia to Lido di Venezia. The Cycle Route from Chioggia to Lido di Venezia is totally immersed in the wonderful Venetian lagoon, that piece of land that protects the history of an incredible people and the biodiversity …
In this chapter we discuss one of the most ancient, glorious and characteristic islands of the Venetian lagoon, the Torcello Island. The Torcello Island was one of the oldest and most flourishing settlements in the Venetian lagoon, located in a strategic position near other islands, which contributed to the rise of the small town. It …
In this chapter we discuss one of the islands of the smallest but most characteristic and pretty Venetian lagoon, the Mazzorbo Island. The Mazzorbo Island is a small and pretty island in the Venetian lagoon, an environment particularly surrounded by myths and superstitions, where it was once reserved only for fishermen and hunters. Located a …
In this chapter we will discuss one of the most colorful, lively and characteristic islands of the whole Venetian lagoon, the Burano Island. The Burano Island is the most picturesque island in the Venetian lagoon thanks to the bright colors that characterize the fishermen’s houses. Visible from a distance due to the high bell tower …
In this chapter we treat one of the most famous places in the world, glass processing is known everywhere, do not miss the Murano Island. The Murano Island is probably as famous as Venice itself, thanks to its glass known, appreciated and envied all over the world. It has been the center of glass processing …
The Rialto Bridge, the oldest and most famous in the city, has always been one of the most crowded areas. In every moment of the day, in fact, you see crowds of people crossing it, photographing it and rummage among the adjacent souvenir shops. Together with the Accademia bridge, the Scalzi bridge and the Constitution …
The Clock Tower is a Renaissance building located on the north side of San Marco square above the vaulted passage leading to the Mercerie, a tangle of narrow and noisy alleys, full of small shops and boutiques. It is one of the most characteristic and curious buildings of the San Marco district, built between 1496 …