Bridges stand as some of Venice’s most iconic and distinct architectural elements. With over 400 in total, they connect the 118 islands that form the city, serving not only as…
Known for his love affairs, but also as a writer, philosopher, diplomat and even as a spy, Giacomo Casanova is one Venice’s most prominent characters. The city has been the…
Why is Venice called Serenissima? Venice is nicknamed Serenissima as this has been its official title over the centuries when it was a powerful Maritime Republic. Its full name used…
For centuries the Venice Carnival has been one of the most anticipated events of the year. Every winter, the city gets ready to welcome tourists (and not only) in the…
On the occasion of the Italian National Dialect Day (January 17), it is almost our moral duty to dedicate an article to the most famous sayings of our beloved Venetian…
The origins Although the exact origin of the name gondola is unknown, there are several hypotheses: the most reliable one argues that it derives from the Latin term cymbula, which…
What’s the relationship between roses and Venice? In today’s article we will walk you through the special liaisons that for centuries have bound our city with the most loved spring…
It is no surprise that over the centuries Venice has inspired writers and artists and that it has become the ideal backdrop for literary and cinematographic works. In today’s article…
In this article you’ll discover a Venice you wouldn’t expect, dark and mysterious. Not everyone knows that many ghost legends and spooky stories that have been handed down for decades…
Venice has many distinctive features that make it unique, but, sticking to a list of five, we would include: bridges, calli (streets), salizade (main streets), campi (squares) and campielli (small…
