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Dec 22 - Dec 28
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Venice at a glance
A truly unique city that has canals instead of streets, and water instead of traffic. Venice is the birthplace of romance and passion, the home of Casanova, folklore and fun, and a vibrant carnival. Art is everywhere in this city, as are the gondolas!!
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Venice history
According to official historical accounts, one of the first important events in the history of Venice was the election of the first doge, a type of magistrate, by the Byzantines in 697. His name was Paoluccio Anafesto. The domination of Byzantium is much talked about but has little factual basis. However, the city was already established in 811 when it moved to Rivoalto, which is now called Rialto, from the islands around Torcello and Malamocco. Agnello Partecipazio was the doge at this time. The remains of St. Mark were brought to the city in 829, rescued by two keen fishermen.
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Venice local information
Country:
Italy

Venice by the Numbers:
Population: 62,000; 1,600,000 Padova-Venice metro area

Land Area: 177 square miles

Average Annual Rainfall: 34 inches

Average January Temperature: 36 degrees F

Average July Temperature: 75 degrees F

Quick Facts:
Major Industry: Tourism

Electricity: 220 volts, 50 Hz; standard two-pin plugs

Time Zone: GMT + 1

Country Dialing Code: 39

Area Code: 041

Did You Know?
Venice is built on 117 islands, features 150 canals and over 400 bridges.

Orientation:
Venice is situated in Italy's northeast corner known as the Veneto region, just off the coast in the Adriatic Sea. Trieste rests 97 miles to the east, Milan 165 to the west, and Rome 327 miles to the southwest.
Venice weather
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Average Annual Rainfall:
19.4" / 49.5 cm
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Carnevale
Experience the beauty and mystery of Carnevale in Venice.
Venice 2007
Our second visit to Venice, for the Bienniale and lots of local fish
Venice and Beyond
Venice is your home and Italy is your playground.
La Fenice
A short stay in Venice should include an opera at La Fenice
Venice Lite
Covers the main sites and some out-of-the-way places too.
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Top Rated Activities
Piazza San Marco
World-Famous Piazza
Murano
Home of the famous glassware
Basilica di San Marco - Campanile
Panoramic view of the city
Burano
Famous for its lace making
Ponte di Rialto
Canal Grande Bridge
 
Top Rated Places To Stay
Residence Corte Grimani
Dates back to the fourteenth century
A La Commedia Hotel
In one of the most lively areas
A Venice Fish
Private entrance and fun atmosphere
Abbazia
Unique locale with atmospheric bar
Agli Alboretti
Only a few steps from the academy
 
Top Rated Restaurants
Riviera
Warm and familiar atmosphere
Da Fiore
Top cuisine in the city centre
Alle Testiere
Tiny restaurant not to be missed
Al Covo
Elegant Venetian restaurant
Corte Sconta
Traditional fish joint
 
Top Rated Nightlife
Irish Rover Pub
Evening pub
Teatro La Fenice
The Malibran
Vino Vino
Wine shop and restaurant
Teatro Goldoni
Real theatre
Enoteca Mascareta
Night of wine!