Venice is one of the most interesting and lovely places in the world.
This sanctuary on a lagoon is virtually the same as it was six hundred years ago, which adds to the fascinating character. Venice has decayed since its heyday and is heavily touristic (there are 56000 residents and 20 million tourists per year), but the romantic charm remains.
Venice is one of those cities in the world you just have to visit. The city is world-famous, filled with history and bursting with romance. No doubt its charm and elegance will leave you breathless.
And It goes without saying that the best way to get around Venice is by foot and by boat. The city isn’t big and once you have oriented yourself it is quite possible to walk from one end to the other in an hour.
Rice is the other commonly grown staple in the Veneto region, and few dishes are more Venetian than this seafood-based risotto. The squid ink in this primo or starter may confer a rather alarming and seemingly unpalatable jet-black color to the rice. This dish, though, wins even the most skeptical visitors over with the distinct briny flavor of its squid, wine, onion, tomato and ink braise.
The Venetian lagoon is home to all sorts of wonderful crustaceans, making Venice the perfect place for seafood lovers. Moleche, small green crabs, are a seasonal, springtime delicacy eaten after they shed their shells. Speed is required when the crabs are being harvested, as within the space of a few hours they form new shells which harden after contact with water. Delightfully soft and tender, these crabs lend themselves well to fried dishes and salads.
The modern hotel is located in a peaceful and comfortable zone near the A4 motorway exit in Quarto DAltino. It offers tastefully furnished rooms equipped with every comfort. The hotel has a qualified and friendly staff to make the guests stay truly enjoyable. It is situated at 700 metres from the train station with links to the historic centre of Venice, which can be reached within just 30 minutes. An ideal place both for business guests and holidaymakers.
Burano
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Burano is a tiny island located about an hour from Venice. It is a quaint, but colorful, sleepy village famous for the handmade laces. While some lace is imported from the mainland or from other countries, there are still a few local artisans who sit in their shops or on the sidewalks and make lace as you watch.
Natural History Museum
4am
Venice’s Natural History Museum (Museo di Storia Naturale) boasts a whopping collection of more than two million items and artifacts. Though it could take days to see them all, the highlights can easily be enjoyed in a day trip. A great rainy day destination and beloved by kids and adults alike, the Natural History Museum is sure to delight. For archeology-lovers, the museum offers everything from fish, plant and giant crocodile fossils (some dating back more than 50 million years) to a fantastically preserved Cretaceous period dinosaur. The museum is also home to an expansive collection of taxidermy animals from East Africa and the Congo, as well as a pair of faux Basiliks -- mythological creatures whose museum likenesses were pieced together using parts from different animals. Thanks to an extensive renovation, the museum also has a new and streamlined design and beautiful garden and library. The building, located inside the Fonadaco dei Turchi -- a 17th century palace, overlooks the beautiful Grand Canal and is a lovely attraction all on its own.
Burano
2am
Burano is a tiny island located about an hour from Venice. It is a quaint, but colorful, sleepy village famous for the handmade laces. While some lace is imported from the mainland or from other countries, there are still a few local artisans who sit in their shops or on the sidewalks and make lace as you watch.
Natural History Museum
4am
Venice’s Natural History Museum (Museo di Storia Naturale) boasts a whopping collection of more than two million items and artifacts. Though it could take days to see them all, the highlights can easily be enjoyed in a day trip. A great rainy day destination and beloved by kids and adults alike, the Natural History Museum is sure to delight. For archeology-lovers, the museum offers everything from fish, plant and giant crocodile fossils (some dating back more than 50 million years) to a fantastically preserved Cretaceous period dinosaur. The museum is also home to an expansive collection of taxidermy animals from East Africa and the Congo, as well as a pair of faux Basiliks -- mythological creatures whose museum likenesses were pieced together using parts from different animals. Thanks to an extensive renovation, the museum also has a new and streamlined design and beautiful garden and library. The building, located inside the Fonadaco dei Turchi -- a 17th century palace, overlooks the beautiful Grand Canal and is a lovely attraction all on its own.