Venice is indeed a magnificent city. Its charm and spectacular views are just irresistible. No wonder people from all over the world flock here often. Could it be the city’s centuries-old unchanged buildings or the city’s labyrinth of canals, bridges, islands and pedestrian alleys? Here are amazing reasons why you should consider making Venice your next vacation destination.
A gondola ride
Your tour to Venice is not complete without a gondola ride. This is what the city is best known for. Even if you are on a tight budget, make sure you have at least one gondola ride. The leisurely pace those gondoliers manoeuvres through the canals of Venice will give you time to feed your eyes with magical views of Venice city. The experience is just breathtaking. If the gondolier sings one or two songs, the memories of that moment will stick in your mind for a lifetime.
The little alleys
Among the things that give Venice, its charm is the little alleys. As you wander around the little streets, you will get to experience the rare charm of this city. Since the houses aren’t numbered according to streets but rather districts, don’t be surprised if you get lost. Many tourists get lost but the good news is that you will have a story to tell after finding your way. Besides, exploring the less explored is an awesome experience for most travellers. Venice is a destination to wander, get lost and discover what other tourists have been missing. However, if getting lost in a city as a tourist gives you jitters, be sure to follow the crowds and stick to the commonly used streets.
Historical buildings
Surprisingly, most of Venice’s buildings dates back to the 13th and 18th centuries. If you want to see what Napoleon and Casanova saw years back, this is the place to be. The city is not about to change any time soon thanks to the city’s strict laws concerning the preservation of its historical buildings. This makes Venice a unique place difficult to compare with any other in the world.
Teatro La Fenice
Venice prides itself in being home to most of the prominent opera houses in Italy. Teatro La Fenice, also known as the Phoenix is one of them. Dating back to 1792, this gorgeous theatre has risen from the ashes of three fires which makes it more special. The theatre schedules various shows to entertain tourists like you.
Rich in culture
Venice is committed to art and you will notice this immediately you land your feet here. The churches and museums in Venice are a great part of the city art and the buildings themselves are also works of arts in themselves. When you visit Venice, make sure you visit at least one of its churches and/or museums. If you have time, then the more the merrier. You will greatly experience Venice’s culture and learn more about their history.
The Grand Canal
The Grand Canal, the main waterway of Venice that divides the city into two parts. It is lined on either side by churches, hotels and palaces among other public buildings in Renaissance, Gothic and Romanesque styles. It is considered to be the most beautiful street in Venice and you should definitely have a closer look at it. For best views, go for a gondola ride early in the morning and watch as the city comes to life. If the cost of a gondola ride doesn’t go well with your budget, you can also use a boat, a waterbus or a kayak. They will all enable you to enjoy the views of Venice’s most gorgeous street.
The Vivaldi
Any music enthusiast will fall in love with the great classical music in Venice. Even to the not so big fans of music, you will still be mesmerized by the music events and concerts in Venice. That’s because the music in Venice is exceptional and out of this world. For best concerts visit places such Palazzo, Chiesa Della Pieta, Minotto, Ateneo di San Basso and Teatro La Fenice. So, if you get a chance to watch the great Vivaldi music live, please do. The experience is worth a million words.
The absence of vehicles
If you are used to the urban lifestyle, then it would be difficult to imagine a city without cars. This is exactly the situation in Venice city. People here use boats, water buses and gondolas to commute. You see the way you walk around your locality and see vehicles or motorbikes parked outside a home? In Venice, you will only see a boat tied outside with a rope. Even the public transport in the city is on the water. Isn’t that interesting? It’s surely a perfect reason to visit Venice and experience something so unusual.
Gorgeous bridges
Venice has over 417 bridges and 72 of them are private. The most famous bridge among them is the Rialto Bridge. It is the bridge that is majorly used to crossover the Grand Canal. Another commonly used bridge is the bridge of Sighs. It connects Doge’s Palace with the prisons. Of course, there are many beautiful bridges you can enjoy to see during your visit but it will take some time to see all of them. Even at that, apart from Rialto bridge and bridge of Sighs which you are likely to use during your stay here, you should also purpose to see other famous bridges such as Calatrava Bridge, Academy Bridge, Scalzi Bridge and Ponte Della Liberta.
Great seafood
Your visit to Venice would not be complete without a taste of Italian seafood. To indulge in fresh local food, head to the Rialto market. Since it’s a port city, fresh seafood is in plenty. Here, the mouthwatering flavours of the seafood will see you come back for more. You will also get to interact with the locals because this is the market that most Venetian locals frequent.
When is the best time to visit Venice?
Venice is an interesting place all year round. Due to this, many tourists frequent the city to the extent of the tourists outnumbering the locals. Venice is quite hot in summer and cold in winter. If you really want to avoid crowds, but don’t mind freezing, then visit Venice in the winter months. There are fewer tourists and the place is a lot quieter too. You can also plan your holiday in February and March or September and October, the place will still be busy but not like during the peak season.
With its fascinating and magnificent views, you will surely enjoy your holiday vacation in Venice. The incredible sights in Venice will keep you entertained throughout your stay. It is what makes this city a special destination to many tourists around the world.
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