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La Fenice Theatre

La Fenice Theatre

La Fenice Theatre is one of the flagships of Venice. Every year the historic building houses more than one hundred operas, giving to its public masterpieces of artists appreciated all over the world. These include Riccardo Chailly, Dmitrij Kitajenko, Myung-Whun Chung...
The works of art in Venice

The works of art in Venice

If you are wondering how many works of art are preserved in Venice, know that answering this question is not easy…the list is so long that it would take an entire encyclopedia! Venice in fact hosts numerous museums, galleries, monuments and churches, so many that they...
The history of St Mark’s bell tower

The history of St Mark’s bell tower

St Mark’s bell tower can certainly be considered one of the symbols of Venice, immortalized in many postcards and photos. The Venetians affectionately call it “El parón de casa” to emphasize the importance that this monument has for them. What is its story? Let’s find...
10 things that you still don’t know about Venice

10 things that you still don’t know about Venice

Italy is well known as a country of culture, history, charm and gastronomical excellences. It’s a country to be discovered but we are often unaware of its curiosities, stories and legends. Without a doubt, Venice is one of the cities of the greatest historical and...
How houses are built in Venice

How houses are built in Venice

Venice is a city that is built on water: palaces and churches rest on ancient and very solid foundations, the result of advanced engineering knowledge and a state-of-the-art construction. The secret of the city of Venice is the indirect foundation. Venice houses:...
The water system in Venice

The water system in Venice

Both a blessing and a curse of the Serenissima, water has given it its unique shape, has enriched it in its golden age, making it the undisputed ruler of the seas thanks to an unparalleled fleet in the Mediterranean. Water has exalted the hard work of its inhabitants,...