Attraction & Nightlife of Venice,Italy
Attraction
Venice really needs no introduction. Venice, a unique city of 116 islands, ancient history and endless waterways; it attracts a steady stream of tourists from all corners of the world to view its inspiring architecture and to navigate its mystical canals. Venice and the image of beautifully lit canals and graceful gondoliers come to mind. This romantic city does however have many more attractions.
The Grand Canal – Venice’s main waterway splits the city in half with sestieri in equal parts to the west and east of it. It is the hub around which much activity in Venice is concentrated and is encircled with elegant facades of the palazzi, which testify to the city’s past opulence. The best way to explore the architectural splendor of these Renaissance buildings is on board a vaporetta.
St Mark’s Square – It has always been the nucleus of Venice. The first citadel and church were erected on its stony foundations, the Palazzo Ducale and the Basilica di San Marco respectively. The Basilica di San Marco is a unique juxtaposition of Byzantine, western European and Islamic architectural styles. Travelers and pigeons flock to the Piazza with equal zeal. It is the tourists however who pay dearly to eat or drink at the elegant cafes that spill onto the pavements. Designer shops line the streets that radiate from the square.
Rialto -The Rialto has long been the commercial core of Venice and is famed as the place where the first bridge over the Grand Canal was built. The original wooden bridge collapsed under the strain of the crowds gathered here to admire a wedding procession.
Basilica dei Frari -This great Gothic Franciscan church was constructed in the 14th century and is primarily known as the burial place of Titian and the Venetian sculptor, Antonio Canova. Titian’s tomb in the south aisle watches over large marble pyramid created for Canova.
Peggy Guggenheim Collection -The Guggenheim collection is housed in the former Palazzo of the wealthy American heiress and has become one of the most illustrious collections of Modern Art in Italy.
Clock Tower -Entering the Piazza San Marco, the clock tower is one of the first things to be seen, towering above the Procuratie Vecchie (the ancient administration buildings for the republic). Built in 1496, the clock mechanism of that same period still keeps perfect time. The two bronze figures, known as ‘Moors’ because of their dark colour, pivot to strike the hour.
Nightlife in Venice
Nightlife in Venice can be enjoyed in many realms. Carnival city, which was once home to over 12,000 courtesans, is no longer the “city of revel”. Much of Venice’s nightlife takes place in the early evening, when native Venetians take their daily stroll along the Riva degli Schiavioni.
Nightclubs in Venice are very hard to find. There are more places open in summer than other seasons, but even in summer, they are virtually non-existent. Bars that you may want to try are Harry’s bar, home of the Bellini, a cocktail of prosecco, fresh peach juice, and a dash of grenadine. You really must have a Bellini while in Venice. There are also other bars, such as the Bar Al Volto, and the Do Mori, which are favorites of Venetians. The Fiddler’s Elbow is an English pub, for those that may be homesick for a less Italian way of spending the evening.
Venice is not the best place to look for wild nights or a loud party scene. But this is not to say that the city has nothing to offer when the sun goes down.
For starters, try visiting any of the cafes that line the Piazza San Marco. Share a Campari or a cappuccino with a friend in one of the quaint cafes. While this may be expensive, it is something that should be done when in Venice. Highly recommended is the Caffe Florian, on the south side of the piazza.
Classical music concerts are also held in various churches, with the Vivaldi Church the best place to visit for such concerts. La Fenice and PalaFenice are the venues to go if you feel like watching theatrical performances.
Gauravks writes regularly on several websites about cheap hotel in Venice where he shares tips on finding Venice city break .Don’t forget to visit his site at http://www.myvenice.co.uk.
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