The train trip from Florence to Venice takes about 3 and 1/2 hours. It cuts through Emiglia Romana, a region that became known for its fine cuisine and places like Bologna, Modena, and Ferrara. As soon as we left the train station in Venice, we started walking towards our Hotel. It was very interesting to be in a place with no cars, only canals, and with streets open to pedestrians. It was liberating in a way. Venice is a unique place, not just because of the canals, but also because of the beautiful architecture you find in every corner of the city. Even more so when you think that the city is slowly sinking, and is flooded almost every year during the winter.
Piazza San Marco, Venice's main square, is the main spot in town and it features the St. Mark's Basilica and the clock tower. The St. Mark's Basilica is considered one of the finest examples of byzantine architecture (Sacred Destinations). I'll never forget the byzantine floor tiles in the church's main hallway. We also went up to the clock tower where we had a 360 degree view of Venice and of all the islands nearby.
We also walked along the famous Bridge of Sighs, made famous in so many Hollywood movies.
I hope I can go back there someday.
Sources:
St. Mark's Basilica, Venice. Sacred Destinations.
That is interesting about Venice slowly sinking. I have seen estimates of like 50cm by 2050. Not sure what they can do about it since just about every measure is bound to be controversial - politically. Nice Post!
ReplyDeleteI was unaware that Venice is slowly sinking. I wonder what the city has thought of doing to help prevent it from being destroyed one day. I am starting to get jealous of some of your posts. These days a trip to the local pool with my children is the closest I get to getting away. How did it feel to be away from cars? It must be similar to a city dweller going to the country. It is hard to find piece and quiet these days but a trip to Venice seems like it would do the trick.
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