Venice Holiday - City Over Water

Situated in the north of Italy, Venice is also popularenjoying their gondola ride in the dusk and dawn, the
with names like city of water, La Dominante, city ofgondolas are also famous among local country
bridges and many more. This fairy tale city has novisitors. A holiday in Venice is always incomplete
cars allowed and the only way to move around thiswithout a ride through the canals of this city over
city is either by water or foot. The city has a touchwater, via amazing gondolas.
of romance and architecture to it, making it a greatGrand Canal
holiday destination.This 3 km in length and 70 metres in width canal is
When visiting Venice or holidaying in Venice followingthe largest and most popular canal in Venice; it also
are some of the things to do and see:acts as one of the route of this city over water. The
Piazza San MarcoGrand Canal takes has a spectacular view of beautiful
St. Mark's Square is a popular tourist attraction andstructures or buildings, which includes baroque church
also is the most important square in Venice. Theof Santa Maria Della Salute, the Ca'd'Oro, the
square also has Basilica, clock tower, major religiousAccademia Gallery, the Grassi as well as the Palaces
and political construction, shops, bars and amazingGrimani and Corner-Spinelli. The Grand Canal
cafes such as caf?uadri and caf?lorian. The square isundergoes three major bridges Rialto, Scalzi and
usually crowded with lots of tourists and visitorsAccademia.
holidaying in Venice as well as large flock of pigeons.Markets
MuranoVenice or city over water has some amazing
Situated in the northern Venice, Murano is a wellcollections of shops in its markets. One major market
known glass industry and is a must to visit touristof Venice, visited by tourist and visitors on frequent
attraction when holidaying in Venice. The island canbases, is Rialto market. This market is known for
be reached by free boat rides from the St. Markfruits, vegetables and fresh fish (which come straight
Square and is often visited by foreign tourists andfrom the lagoon). Apart from stalls of fruits and
local visitors. Murano has lot to offer from glassvegetable, the market also boost nearby streets of
making shop and factories to glass museum. Whenbutcher shops. Other such famous local markets are
on a holiday in Venice, do not forget to buy a lovelyCampo Santa Margerita and Strada Nuova,
glass souvenir to take back with you.Cannaregio.
Basilica San MarcoLido
Situated at the St. Mark's square, this gothic churchWhen holidaying in Venice taking a ride to Lido can be
of Venice goes back to 1063 and is a beautiful tourista good idea. The island is situated between the sea
attraction not to be missed, when on a holiday inand Venice. From private beaches, public beaches and
Venice. The church has rich archeological structureCabanas on rent are not the only fascinating
and also possesses domes, mosaics, altar andattractions in Lido; you can always enjoy the
amazing statues.restaurants, cafes, hotels and the beach activities for
Gondolasthat great holiday.
Experiencing this city over water through gondolas isBest time to visit or holiday in Venice
a not only romantic, but something that can't beBest time to holiday in Venice is the busy season of
done in any other city. While many tourists are foundJune all the way through September.