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 Torcello by sandysmith
The mosaics in th church are some of the finest you'll see too (see my Torcello page for more). Several restaurants are here including the renowned locanda Cipriani so it makes a good lunch stop on the island tour.
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 San Giorgio Maggiore by sandysmith
In fact Venice has many small island in the lagoon that are worth exploring and I'll mention a few more of these in the next few tips.
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 La Giudecca by sandysmith
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When you step off the boat at Piazza San Marco, go all the way to the right and walk along the canal until you come to Via Garibaldi, then turn left into the neighborhood of Castello. This is an enjoyable walk with local shops, and a great bakery where I found the most delicious olive bread! If you take V. Garibaldi to the end and cross the bridge you will come to an island which has the original church of Venice, St. Peter's. The island was one of Venice's earliest settlements. The 7th century church was the cathedral of Venice until 1807, when San Marco took its place. Leave a Comment
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 St. mark as seen from teh San
Giorgio harbour by effeti
There are a church, some religious institutes, and an harbour with a few sailboats.
From this angle, Palazzo Ducale and the bell tower appear among the masts of the sailyacths....
Nice place to moore your boat, isn't it? Leave a Comment
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 Isola di San Giorgio Maggiore
from the Campanille. by Jerelis, 1 more photos
On one of the last day of our honeymoon we took the vaparetto number 82 and finally we ended up at Isola di San Giorgio Maggiore, at the island directly opposite of the Palazzo Ducale (Doge's Palace). Now it was time to find out whether our effort was worth it.
Operating hours:
Every day:
10:00 - 12:30
14:15 - 17:30
Address:
Isola di San Giorgio Maggiore
Venice, 30133 Leave a Comment Phone: 041.5289900
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The nearby island of Lido, known for it annual film festival, is a pleasant small village to escape to when you're tired of the tourist crowd in San Marco. There are a couple of attractions here like the beaches which attract the beach-loving summer crowd, and the huge Tempio Votivo.
But I came to Lido not for some serious sightseeing but to soak in the laidback vibe that is so missing in the main islands. While the place has its fair share of tourist-packed hotels, there are also lots of friendly locals who are just sitting on the many cafés sipping their cappuccino and watching the world pass by along their leafy streets and unpolluted, non-stinking canals.
Vaporetto nos. 1, 51/52, 61/62, and 82 take tourists and locals to Lido island. Leave a Comment
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SANT' ERASMO
This was one of those 'accidental finds' I was looking for 'cheap' accommodation for my last 2 nights in Venice.Il Lato Azzurro came within my budget, but I wasn't sure where Sant Erasmo was. As soon as I'd checked it out, I realised that I was going to like staying on this island.
Vaporetta 13 from Fondamente Nova carries you across the lagoon to this former Roman Pleasure ground! (please check my transport tips for more info)
This is the largest of the lagoons islands, but is only sparcely populated. The island produces fruit and vegetables for consumption on Venice.
I was surprised to see tractors working in the fields, after being in traffic free Venice.
Straight roads are lined with trees and shrubs, some cross over canals, again lined with grassy banks and fragrant flowers. The silence being broken by motor boat engines or bird song.
I really enjoyed staying here, It offers quite a contrast to Venice. There are no 'big attractions' apart from a 'newish' church, the Torre Massimiliano- a 19th century fort, which now holds exhibitions, and a small beach (Spiaggia Libera)- the main attraction is its peaceful rural landscape!
Near the beach is a bar/pizzeria which appeared to be a 'locals' meeting place, otherwise bring food from Venice for a picnic. There is a mini market near the church, but I'm not sure of opening times, or what it stocks.
From the Capannone vaporetta stop its about a 15 minute walk to the tower/beach. Il Lato Azzurro hotel rents out bikes (10 mins along Via dei Forti) You might be able to get a map of the island here too.
Next to Sant Erasmo is the former Quarantine island Lazzaretto Nuova. For over 30 years this has been the site of archeological excavations, with many Roman objects having been unearthed. Guided tours are carried out by archeologists (in Italian) April - October Saturday and Sunday 09.30 and 1600. These are the only times that You are allowed access to the island (unless you make prior arrangements) Leave a Comment
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 Chiesa di San Giorgio
Maggiore. by Jerelis
When we entered it we saw that the interior of the church had large whitewashed surfaces, it was stark but majestic. It's and unadorned but harmonious space. The main altar is flanked by two paintings by Tintoretto. We went through the doorway to the right of the choir leading us to the Cappella dei Marti (Chapel of the Dead). To the left of the choir is an elevator that you can take to the top of the Campanile. The charge was €3.-, but we didn't do it as the weather had changed so much and the view would be so bad.
We must admit that our visit to Isola di San Giorgio Maggiore was shorter as planned, but it was well worth it. We didn't wasnt to miss this spiritual as well cultural centre.
Operating hours:
Every day:
10:00 - 12:30
14:15 - 17:30
Address:
Isola di San Giorgio Maggiore
Venice, 30133 Leave a Comment Phone: 041.5289900
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