Venice, Queen of the seas. Well at least in the past it was, just as the many traditional Venetian songs remember. It is well known that the Serinissima has many marine establishments from, trade with the Orient to the battle of Lepanto. But the everyday relationship with water makes this Lagoon City a timeless pearl of uniqueness. Continue reading
Parks and gardens in Venice are always worth talking about. They’re often peaceful oasis in an over crowded city; they are a fantastic alternative found in between alleyways and Campielli. The green areas are perfect shortcuts meant to explore Venice. Continue reading
Venice and the Orient have historically always had important ties. This time you’ll find a worthy location on display right in the heart of the city. There is the beautiful show dedicated to the gems and jewels of India from the XVI and XX century, belonging to the Thani Collection. Continue reading
There are days different than others, even in Venice. If you are lucky- or clever enough- to be in Venice during this weekend, you will be able to discover new perspectives and new details that are often hidden or inaccessible throughout the year. Continue reading
Not exactly all of them. There are very many islands in the Venetian lagoon. Many are uninhabited, some are abandoned, and a few are little isles dispersed in the water. Some are private islands, others host grand and luxurious hotels, and some you can only reach by private boat and are completely covered in vegetation. Continue reading
We often like talking of the islands in the lagoon of Venice. The beauty of this Venetian region doesn’t just lie within the historical part of the main island, but it is found in the archipelago and the various and scattered islands all so different yet all fascinating. One of these islands is a very unique one: the island of San Michele, the cemetery of Venice. Continue reading
For the Venetians the 25th of April is an important date that is honored every year. It is the festival of the Bocolo (rosebud) a day dedicated to the Patronal Saint of San Marco in Venice. Continue reading
Venice is much more than what it is actually known for. It is an archipelago with marvelous islands to discover. Like the popular ones from Murano, Burano, and Torcello, or the very close ones but often times overlooked San Giorgio and Giudecca islands. Continue reading
It is one of the most important symbols of Venice and definitely the flashiest. Palazzo Ducale dominates the San Marco basin in all its splendor and magnificence. Visitors of the past all noticed its importance and tourists today are no exception. Continue reading
Art, atmosphere and timeless beauty. Venice is surely all of this and much more. There are many secrets the island hides for those who are truly worthy and interested in discovering the essence of this amazing city. A few of these hidden treasures are found in the ancient monasteries and are literally ready to take you by the tongue. Venice in fact offers you delicious local foods that are exclusively from the lagoon. Here are some. Continue reading
No there aren’t in Zoo’s in Venice, or bio parks or safari’s to visit while on a gondola ride. There are a lot of fantastic animals in Venice but the most important animal you won’t find when walking along alleys and campielli. Nevertheless, its presence is dominant and diffused and not only on the island of the Venetian Lagoon. It is the lion of San Marco, the undeniable symbol of the city and the Venetian Republic. Continue reading
San Lazzaro represents a priceless treasure that is often overlooked with the many islands in the Venetian Lagoon. You most definitely have heard of Murano and its glass furnaces, Burano and its lace, or the first settlements of the lagoon in Torcello. But the little island of San Lazzaro represents the openness of the Venetian Republic- that in the 700’s – offered a group of fleeing Armenian Monks refuge. Since then, San Lazarro has been renamed the Lazaretto and is one of the most important Armenian temples today. Continue reading
There are many ways to discover a different Venice. So why not start from a place where thinking out of the box is encouraged? A tour of the University of Ca’Foscari in Venice has many unexpected surprises. Continue reading
For many it’s hard to imagine Venice has something new to gush over about. We like to imagine the beautiful city in the way we’ve heard it described; San Marco and Rialto, and that’s about it. But there is much more to it as we often reiterate on My Venice Apartment Blog. Continue reading
Venice is very special for it’s century old history and countless traditions. The Redentore and Salute are just some of the local festivals celebrated throughout the year and Venetians are particularly passionate and proud to partake in these festivities. In November there is a special celebration- especially for the little ones- the San Martino Festival. Continue reading