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There are many places around the globe to see,visit and experience; yet there are only a few that will give you the feeling that you’re dreaming and you will need to pinch yourself to ensure that’s it’s not a dream when you see Venice for the first time. It’s sheer beauty, the baroque architecture and magnificent Palazzos in rich earthy colors,reflecting off the shimmering waters from the Grand Canal,makes Venice somewhere that you will never leave behind; intoxicating and romantic, this glorious city on water is like no other place on earth; no wonder it is has inspired so many writers and artists.
Peggy Guggenheim created an ongoing landmark in Venice with the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, the most renowned museum in Italy, for European and American artists to exhibit.Inaugurated in 1980 it features Peggy Guggenheim’s personal collection from the 20th century and is located in Peggy Guggenheim’s former house,on the Grand Canal in Venice.
Although Italy is full of Piazzas, thereb is no place place quite like St.Marks square in the heart of Venice, it isthe most photographed landmarks within the world, defined by surrounded walkways of baroque arched columns framing the imposing giant square. During the season,St. Mark’s Square is filled with people and pigeons, feeding the pigeons within the square is really a popular activity. You can go to St. Marks Church or go to the Bell Tower where you will be treated to spectacular views of Venice.
After visiting some of the sights, stop for a drink at the historic Caffe Florian or Caffe Quadri, both of which feature, live open air orchestras playing within the square – full classical orchestras entertain you while you sip your proseco at an outdoor table, or should you prefer you can choose the cafe that features a cool jazz orchestra on any given day; a soulful encounter, indeed.
Every region in Italy has it is own produce and cuisine, the Veneto region is well know for it is delicious dishes and fabulous wines,but even a lot more for its pastries; numerous pastry shops line the narrow alleyways offering up trays of freshly baked cakes such as the famous strudel influenced from the northern parts of the country. Don’t leave Venice without sampling the pastries.
Yet Venice would not be Venice without it’s Gondoliers, showing their artful balancing style perched right at the end of their Gondola’s, a traditional Venetian rowing boat, all wearing their recognized trademarked, navy and white, horizontally striped Gondolier tops. Gondolas were for centuries the chief means of transportation within Venice; known as traghetti ( ferries )today their primary role, is as a means of transport and to carry tourists.