Like no other place on Earth, Venice has an aura that surrounds it. A beautiful, yet tragic city of islands slowly sinking into the sea, described as the most romantic city on earth by some, and an open sewer by others. Venice is a stunning city that contains some of the most truly jaw dropping architecture on the planet, yet remains essentially a relic of the past, with few new buildings, punctuating the old.
Home to some of the great works of art, the iconic gondola, and the perfect St Marks square, which Napoleon described as Europe's finest drawing room, Venice is a place to revel in, a place where the shimmering light cast up by the reflections of the lagoon gives the city a unique feel, and an at times otherworldly feel.
While it is certainly not the cheapest place on earth, you can still get excellent deals on flights and package holidays to the city of Venice, and once there, there is plenty for tourists to enjoy and experience, whether you are looking for a romantic weekend away with a loved one, or a family holiday exploring the treasures of art that you find in the city.
Ideally visited as a short break destination in its own right, or as a stop off on a more comprehensive tour of the country, a visit to Venice is a truly unforgettable experience, one that you will carry with you for a long time.
Facts for the Traveller:
Name: Italian Republic
Capital: Rome
Area: 301,230 Sq KM
Population: 58 million
Language: Italian
Flight Time: 2 Hours from London
Currency: Euro
