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Venice Inside
Take your time to grasp the details of the Clock Tower
Every first time visitor of Venice regards the Clock Tower (Torre dell’Orologio) on Piazza San Marco with admiration. However, very few visitors take the opportunity to visit the Clock Tower, or even to look...
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San Marco: 11 surprising facts about the Piazza of Venice
Millions of tourists visit the Piazza San Marco every year. There are however lots of elements which remain hidden for the first time visitor. The impressive square, the stunning basilica, the beautiful Palazzo Ducale...
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Insider tips for your first trip to Venice
The most important thing to understand before your first trip to Venice is that the city is completely different from anything you have ever seen and that, most likely, you will want to return...
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Palazzo Grimani, an extraordinary Roman palazzo hidden in Venice
I had often admired the narrow façade of Palazzo Grimani on my way to Santa Maria Formosa. The sculptures seem to call you and make you turn your head when you pass the small...
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Giudecca: A peaceful island with 10 remarkable buildings
Even though Giudecca lies directly in front of Venice and the vaporetto ride takes only 3 minutes, it is often ignored by visitors. The small island is however perfect to escape the crowds in...
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How I prepare my trips to Venice as a frequent visitor
Even though I often travel to Venice, preparing a trip still takes time. I do the practical things, such as booking a flight and a hotel and checking the weather forecast, on automatic pilot....
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A short introduction to the complicated history of Venice
In 2021, Venice celebrated its 1600th birthday. Its long history involves numerous intrigues, 120 doges, several oppressors such as Napoleon and Austria, as well as many battles amongst others with the Turks. As it’s...
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9 insider tips to escape the crowds
More than 20 million visitors per year walk around the small streets of Venice. Everyone wants to see the same landmarks, such as Palazzo Ducale or the Rialto bridge, which makes the surrounding areas...