Once a powerful commercial and naval force in the Mediterranean, Venice, the capital of Veneto, is a 1500-year-old unique car-free city, holding one hundred and seventy-seven canals, all of which are connected by four hundred and fifty bridges, three of
Venice
There is no quiet time to visit Venice although the city is busiest in spring (Easter-June) and Sept-Oct so you will need to book your accommodation well in advance. The most pleasant time of year to visit is late March into May.
A great historic centre on the northern-west edge of the Adriatic, Venice is built on one hundred and seventeen small islands and covers only 458 kilometres and is most certainly delightful with its shimmering waters, painted palaces and serene churches. Visitors usually start with the Piazza San Marco heading on to the Doge’s Palace and the breathtaking basilica. The only way to explore Venice is on foot or by gondola (although these can prove to be expensive), water bus/taxi.
Built on wooden piles dug into mud flats Venice appears to float on water and is far more than a gondola ride and crowded streets. The many mysterious alleyways leading off from the city, offer you a taste of the real Venice - a perfect place to walk for hours.
The Grand Canal at the heart of Venice sweeps in an ‘S’ shape through the centre.
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