What's the best way to see Venice in two days? Camp outside of the island, in a little cabin with bunk beds, mosquitos, and old camp stories. I ventured back to the island, the little piece of paradise on earth, and fell in love with it all over again.
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| Juliet, Me, Emma, Christina, and Melissa |
Venice is just so gorgeous. When we arrived, we set off for the Rialto Bridge and San Marco. San Marco is so picturesque. Below you'll see the church and the bell tower.
Then we walked to the water's edge.
As we continued to explore, we stumbled upon a fruit market - on a boat. I want to get my produce off a boat.
We took a side trip to one of the more picturesque Venetian islands - Murano. Murano and Burano are two small islands right next to Venezia. Murano is the source of the infamous Murano glass. Burano is famous for lace. We visited Murano - and upon arrival, got to watch glass blowing. Absolutely fascinating! I purchased a couple Murano glass pens, because they're gorgeous.
And another photo of Murano:
Adventuring through Venice:
The second day, Juliet and I toured Teatro La Fenice, one of the most famous European opera houses. It's simply stunning. The original theater burnt in 1774. Rossini, Donizetti, and Bellini all produced productions there before it was destroyed yet again by a fire in 1836. After its restoration, Verdi premiered numerous productions here.
The weekend was filled with wonderful memories.
Sunset on the Grand Canal.
Dancing through Europe,
♥ Em
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