It is not just the mesmerising canals that make Venice what it is. Venice is also about stories, sometimes true, sometimes more or less true. For example the curch San Geremia. Here you will find the relics of Saint Lucy of Syracuse. Her body (at least partly) is on display, Read more…
The rich history of Venice is marked by death. Many famous persons as warriors, painters, musicians and other celebrities are buried somewhere in the city. You can also find relics of important people. And of course when you are there, you don’t want to miss out on anything. The following Read more…
Truly a grand building; the Chiesa dei SS. Giovanni e Paolo, or shor: the San Zanipolo. It is one of the largest buildings in the city, build out of bricks in Gothic style. It took almost 200 years to complete. It is recommended to visit this church. The grandeur of Read more…
This island can be spotted from the Fondamente Nuove (Cannaregio). A bit further is the isle of the glass blowers, Murano. I link Isola di San Michèle with De Mérodes poem ‘The prodigal son’. Now, what is the connection between the isle and this Biblical character? Ballet-impresario Sergej Diaghilev The Read more…
