 Things to do in VeniceMention Venice and the image of beautifully-lit canals and
graceful gondoliers comes to mind. This romantic city does,
however, boast many more excellent tourist attractions... The Grand Canal (
), Venice''s main waterway, divides the city with
to the west and east of it. It is the core around
which much of the activity in Venice is conducted, surrounded by
the elegant facades of the
. A ''must-see'' is St Mark''s Square (
), in the heart of Venice. Basilica dei
Frari, a Gothic Franciscan church, was constructed in the 14th
century and is mostly known for being the gravesite of Titian and
the Venetian sculptor, Antonio Canova. Explore the School of St Roch or the Gallerie dell''Academia,
which houses one of Europe''s finest art collections from the 14th
to 18th centuries. Visit the historic La Fenice Theater or the
Jewish Ghetto of Venice, where the word ''ghetto'' derives from. Life
is still very active in the ghetto, home to five synagogues, as
well as various shops and restaurants. The traditional mode of transport in Venice is by foot or boat,
so enjoy the strolls and relaxed boat trips. All visitors to Venice
should buy a Venice Card, as it gives you use of the main tourist
services, including optional discounted airport transfers,
services and admission to some museums and
attractions. |
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