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Colors of Venice - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle
Venice is famous for its magnificent national holidays. Every year Carnival of Venice alone attracts thousands of enthusiastic visitors from all over the world. The carnival was held in 1296 for the first time and lasted six weeks. The holiday was so lush and extravaganza that rumors about it spread quickly over all the nearby states. In the beginning of the 14th century the question of class struggle was among the most important ones not only in Venice, but also in other European cities. A unique holiday, during which people hid their faces behind colorful masks made it possible to forget about the class struggle. During the celebration all people had fun on equal terms, and usual social rules disappeared along with everyday traditions.
One of the most creative and attractive hotels in Venice, Bauer Palladio Hotel & Spa, is open on Giudecca Island. This magnificent spa hotel has quite an unusual location – it is open in … 
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It’s not so simple to stand from hundreds of hotels in Venice, but Liassidi Palace has managed to do that because of its unique design. It’s a true paragon of the classy Venetian … Open
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If you are coming to Venice in May, make sure to visit a beautiful regatta Vogalonga. Do you want to participate? No problem, but only if you are over 16 years. Hundreds of boats gather near the Doge's Palace, where the regatta starts. Competitors must sail 30 kilometers along the canals of Venice and finish on the starting point. The winner of regatta receives the medal and commemorative souvenirs. On May 11, the religious festival of the Ascension takes place. Do your best to witness a very beautiful ceremony "Wedding with the Sea" held along the canals. In July, you can become a participant of an interesting night holiday - Redentore. Costumed processions and numerous regattas which are lighted at midnight by a delightful firework display.
Venice is internationally famous for its luxurious hotels, some of which are targeted at the most high-income travelers. In order to stay at Centurion Palace, visitors need to pay no less … Open
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Venice and surroundings
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Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near Venice
♥ Basilica di S. Maria Gloriosa dei Frari, Venezia, 0.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilica di S. Maria della Salute, Venezia, 1.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilica Cattedrale Patriachale di S. Marco, Venezia, 1.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilica di Ss. Giovanni e Paolo, Venezia, 1.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilica di S. Giorgio Maggiore, Venezia, 1.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilica Concattedrale di S. Pietro di Castello, Venezia, 2.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilica di Ss. Maria Assunta, Donato e Cipriano, Venezia, 3.2 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all castles
Survived castles around Venice
♥ Castle 'Castello di Mestre' Mestre, 0.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Residenza Il Castello' Fivizzano, 1.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Fortress of Sant’Andrea' Itri, 4.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Forte di Sant’Andrea' Venezia, 4.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castello di Roncade' Roncade, 21.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Rocca dei Tempesta' Noale, 23.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castello di Stigliano' Santa Maria di Sala, 23.6 km from the center. On the map
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Unique landmarks in Venice and around
Venice
From the series “Permanently Sinking Cities and Regions”
Check on the map: Distance from Venice center - 0.3 km.
The city has a special system of the spillway that has to prevent the water level. The system was built in 2014 and cost 6,7 billion dollars for the city budget. Unfortunately, with this system, the city continues to go closer to the water. From 1727 till nowadays it is lower for 60 meters than originally. For last years the speed of subsidence got higher. Specialists say that in 2028 it will be impossible to live in Venice. …
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Ponte di Rialto
From the series “Unbelievable and Magnificent Bridges and Viaducts”
Check on the map: Distance from Venice center - 0.7 km.
Just like many years ago, the shops are open, 24 souvenir shops with exclusive goods on the bridge. Rialto Bridge is located in the district of the same name, to whose honor it was named. It must be noted that the bridge was built in the narrowest part of the Great Channel. In 1551 a competition for the best bridge design was declared, in which the most famous and mostly gifted architects of Europe participated. The unsuccessful architect Antonio de Ponte won the competition. The design of the bridge, presented by him, recalled the old wooden bridge, which was used for crossing the canal earlier. …
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Saint Marks Basilica
From the series “Monuments of Byzantium: the most famous buildings”
Check on the map: Distance from Venice center - 1 km.
The best craftsmen worked on the construction of the basilica. According to one version, the Church of the Holy Apostles located in Constantinople at that time became the prototype for the basilica. The facade of the basilica impresses with an abundance of elegant elements today. These are carved towers and archways, sculpture with images of saints, mosaic inserts, and miniature superstructures. All this forms a unique image of the basilica. The building impresses with its scale. The height of the cathedral is 43 meters. Its length is more than 76 meters. …
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Cityguide on traditions, mentality and lifestyle of people in Venice. Learn the best periods to visit Venice to discover its soul - authentic festivals, events and celebrations. We will also reveal the interesting habits, attitude towards the world and to tourists in Venice.
