Venice has often been a favorite subject for painters, and many artworks in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art in Ca’ Pesaro depict the floating city. Yet, every artist sees Venice in a different way: here’s a selection of my favorite “portraits of Venice”.
On this occasion, I would like to take you on a brief trip across the history of the Malibran Theatre and of the extraordinary singer who gave it its name in 19th century, Maria de la Felicidad Malibran
In Venice, the plague was a scourge that lasted until the end of the 18th century. The Venetian Government adopted ingenious remedies and social policies that were, at that time, cutting-edge; nevertheless, victims numbered in the hundreds of thousands. What might be visited by a curious tourist today in Venice that is connected to the plague?
Here is short list of English books on Venice one of our BestVeniceGuides suggests for young visitors considering she is a mom, a tourist guide, an author… and a picky traveler herself, besides children’s literature is one of her hidden passions!
Exploring one of the jewels of the Venetian lagoon, the pretty and colorful Burano island. This is the kingdom of those who love photography and bright colors, like me. Strolling around this island, enjoying the water reflections in a complete surreal atmosphere will make your hearts melt.
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