When you first see Venice it is hard to believe it is real. You feel like you have stepped into a fairytale. This is one of the classic Venice scenes, looking out from the Piazza San Marco across the bay.
Throughout our trip, Judy and I stayed in Monasteries, which on the whole were quite good and considerably cheaper than hotels. The Venice accommodation was one of the best; the photos below showing why - location, location, location.
We stepped off the Eurostar train from Rome and walked out onto the Grand Canal. This bustling waterway is the main artery of the city with a network of smaller canals branching off in no particular pattern making it an easy place to get lost.
The smaller canals are charming and the water was surprisingly clean. The famous gondolas are quite a sight, although bring your credit card if you want to take a ride!
One of Venice's main attractions is the beautiful Basilica San Marco. Consecrated in 832AD, the intricate facades overlook the Piazza, their detail quite stunning.
Venice was a great experience and definitely a place to visit if you get the chance, just ask Judy!
Yes Venice is amazing. They must have got there act together because when I was there the canals were very dirty and smelly. Great photos as always.
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