The capital of the Veneto region opens up many opportunities for travelers - here they will be able to admire the magnificent palaces, soak up the sandy beaches of Lido, attend the Venice Carnival, spend an unforgettable vacation or honeymoon …
Cathedral of San Marco
The symbol of Venice is the Campanile of the Cathedral (its height is almost 100 m), which is famous for its observation deck (lift is carried out by an elevator; price - 8 euros), from where you can admire the Venetian beauties. But the attention of travelers also deserves the cathedral itself, where they will be able to visit the museum (5 euros), see the mosaics of the 12-13 centuries and objects of art (they were brought from Constantinople), admire the mosaic icons and the "Golden Altar" (they charge 2 euros for inspection). the form of a complex of miniature icons (80), which are decorated with gold and precious stones. In addition, this particular cathedral is the repository of the relics of the Apostle Mark.
Doge's Palace
In the Hall of the College, travelers can view the paintings of Tintoretto and Veronese that adorn the walls of the hall; in the Voting Room - to “get acquainted” with the Venetian Doges, examining their portraits; in the Armory of the palace - see a collection of military weapons, and in the Hall of Maps - admire the walls, decorated with images of maps (work of Italian artists). It will be proposed to climb to the upper floors to two ceremonial halls, overcoming the steps of the Golden Staircase (it is decorated with gilded stucco molding). It is worth noting that from here you can get to the Bridge of Sighs (connects the palace and the prison building).
Useful information: address: Piazza San Marco, 1, website: www.palazzoducale.visitmuve.it
Rialto bridge
The bridge resting on 12,000 piles (they are driven into the bottom of the Venetian lagoon) is a favorite and visited place by tourists (in the evening, when the colorful lights along the canal are lit, guests manage to take unique photos). Its arched galleries house 24 shops where you can buy souvenirs, leather goods and jewelry. In addition, it has platforms for viewing the beautiful panorama of the Grand Canal.
Venetian lion and gondolas
Other symbols of Venice are the lion (his images are an adornment of many Venetian monuments and buildings) and the gondola. Today they are used to a greater extent as a tourist attraction (gondoliers carry those who wish along the city canals). In addition, gondolas participate in events such as the Historic Regatta (September) and the Gondolier Parade (mid-July).
