Il Bocolo di San Marco

The Saint Patron of the city April 25th is the day we celebrate the patron saint of the city of Venice: St. Mark. Revered by the Catholic, Orthodox and Coptic religions, St. Mark the Evangelist is the patron saint of notaries, scribes, glassmakers and opticians. The associated symbol is the Winged Lion, representing the power […]

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The Jewish Ghetto

Venice always surprises us, beyond its charm it tells a lot of history. Today we will tell you about the citizens of the ghetto Did you know that in the sestiere of Canareggio there is the oldest Jewish ghetto? In the historic center of Venice, today there are about 400 inhabitants. The word ghetto derives […]

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The Venetian Carnival

Get carried away by the magic of the Venice Carnival! On February 4th, the unmissable Opening parade on the Grand Canal to kick off the carnival until February 21st. That of Venice, is one of the best known and appreciated carnivals around the world; ancient origins confirm the first official document declaring carnival a public […]

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The typical Venetian Market

All of us, at least once in our lives have heard of the market, but how many people know about it?The Rialto market: the name Rialto comes from the term Rivo Alto, because it indicated that place was the part of Venice from the highest banks.Over the years Rialto became the beating heart of Venetian […]

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Lovo bridge and Gondola

A short walk from Rialto is the Ponte del Lovo, one of the smallest bridges in Venice and spanning the Rio de San Salvador, the structure is mainly brick and stone, meandering iron balustrades.Tradition teaches that it is the only one of the more than four hundred Venetian bridges from which St. Mark’s Bell Tower […]

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Fruit and vegetables by boat

Venice as we well know gathers many interesting attractions, but in the Dorsoduro sestiere in the direction of Accademia we find Campo San Barnaba. A quiet, charming square, dominated by the neoclassical Church of San Barnaba that boasts of its Istrian stone facade, in fact the campo has been used several times for film sets, […]

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Alajmo: the attention to detail is what makes the difference

Restaurants of the Alajmo Group: a new reason for food lovers to visit Venice. […]

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Restaurant Riviera: a journey through taste

Walking through Zattere, it is impossible to miss this place. Characteristic tables and chairs, with a beautiful view of the Giudecca island. This is the Riviera restaurant. […]

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LUNARDELLI: LOVE FOR VENICE. PASSION FOR WOOD.

The ineffable essence of a city that is rebellious yet elegant, cosmopolitan yet absolutely Italian, is captured in the material mankind has used for millennia, from everyday items to masterpieces – meet the Lunardelli brand. […]

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SECRETS OF THE VENETIAN LAGOON: VENEZIAMARE

Do you know interesting facts about the Venetian Lagoon? Read our guide in which we’ve gathered some interesting facts. […]

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CARLO SCARPA: THE OLIVETTI SHOWROOM

Have you ever heard of the legendary Venetian architect Carlo Scarpa? If not, it’s time to catch up and read the article! […]

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INSIDE THE PEGGY GUGGENHEIM COLLECTION

Today’s post is dedicated to a fascinating woman that described herself as an “art addict”: Peggy Guggenheim (1898–1979). […]

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Christmas last minute – gift guide by To be Venice

Have you left your gift buying to the last minute? We’re here to help and present our Christmas gift guide for all those who are running late! […]

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The Art of Venetian Glass Beads

The Venetian glass beads, small and precious artefacts of many types, have long been a part of Venetian glass-making history and still today represent a lively and important production. […]

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THE SCENT OF VENICE – THE HISTORY OF PERFUME

Most cities in Italy have something special about them, Milan has fashion, Rome has history, and Venice (besides its canals) has… perfume! […]

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Lunardelli x Corte di Gabriela

The contemporary design by Lunardelli joined Corte di Gabriela for the exhibition of Venice Fashion Week 2021 […]

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When you’re in Venice, eat like a Venetian: 5 typical dishes you’ll love

Looking to pass for a local when you come to Venice? The best way to do this is to try the typical foods in Venice! Check our list of a must-try dishes. […]

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Meet “To be Venice”

Venice is a city like no other in the world. We invite you to discover the beauty of Venice through the eyes of Corte di Gabriela. […]

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