Carnivals, gondolas, masks, boundless romance, canals, narrow streets ... It is these associations that cause Venice - the pearl of sunny Italy. But not only the newlyweds want to walk through the streets, where Shakespeare's characters Romeo and Juliette walked. So, you decided to go on a trip, and, without a guide, and therefore are interested in what is worth seeing in Venice in the first place.
Walking around the city
Once in Italy, a sightseeing tour of Venice should start with a walk along its streets. It is not necessary to go where the majority of tourists go, because in a noisy company it is more difficult to enjoy the beauty of local architecture. The Venetian atmosphere will swallow you from the first minutes!
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If late in the evening or early in the morning you will find some free time to visit St. Mark's Square in Venice, you will be able to plunge into the world of magic and architectural perfection in almost complete solitude. At this time there are very few tourists here, and nothing will distract you from the walk. The main living attraction of the square are the pigeons. There are a lot of them here! Their appearance is associated with a beautiful legend, telling that many years ago these birds miraculously sanctified the newly erected St. Mark's Basilica.
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The most accessible and easy way to explore the beauty of Venice is to walk along the Grand Canal by boat. You will be amazed by the sight of a string of beautiful buildings that overlook the canal. You can use the services of boat owners who offer two routes. The first provides a slow walk with a lot of stops, and the second route is designed for tourists who are limited in time.
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Vivid impressions are guaranteed when visiting the islands located near the Venetian lagoon. On the island of Murano, you can buy jewelry from the legendary Murano glass. And the island of Burano will surprise you with bright houses that evoke a smile. Here, hand-made laces are famous for the whole world. Opposite this island is located an equally famous object - the island of Torcello, where the ancient temples (the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta and the Church of Santa Fosca) have been preserved.
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Bridges deserve special attention. It is difficult to imagine how many bridges link Venice! And there are more than four hundred of them here. The most popular bridges in Venice are the Bridge of Sighs (or the Bridge of Kisses), the Rialto Bridge and the Constitution Bridge.
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Temples and palaces of Venice
The most beautiful Italian cathedral without exaggeration is the Basilica of San Marco (St. Mark's Cathedral) in Venice, striking with magnificence and scale of architectural forms. From its balconies open luxurious views of the main Venetian square. Today, the cathedral has several museums. In contrast to visiting the Basilica, the entrance to these museums is paid.
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Not far from the cathedral you can see the Doge's Palace, which in Venice, and throughout Italy, is considered a model of the medieval Gothic structure. For a moderate fee, you can see with your own eyes the luxury inherent in the era of the Venetian Republic. If desired, you can visit the famous prisons, which are located inside the Bridge of Sighs.
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Another magnificent palace - Ka'd'Oro, which in Venice is called the "Golden House". This is due to the abundance in the decoration of gold leaf. The palace is a striking example of the typical Venetian Gothic style.
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With free time, do not hesitate to get acquainted with other places of interest in Venice: the churches of Santa Maria, San Moisé, San Stefano and other examples of ancient Venetian architecture.
Of course, Venice - not the only beautiful city in Italy, it is worth looking into other: Rome , Verona , Padua , Naples , Genoa .