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Venice is more than just a city, it's a world in and of itself that is filled to the brim with wonders, curiosities and emotions. The city of Casanova, dating back more than 14 centuries, is where past meets future. Wander its streets and stumble upon the Bridge of Sighs, a feverish Carnival party and the Ducal Palace where the Venice Biennale is held every other year, the most celebrated art exhibition in the world. Venice is unique; it's superb, impossible to know at first glance and worth visiting over and over again.

Essentials in Venice

It seems Venice was always famous, for it's walkways, elegant canals, the magic that this city seemingly floats on water, its churches and museums. Whether you're in Venice on a romantic holiday for two, bringing the whole family along or happen upon this Italian masterpiece on your solo backpacking trip, holidays in Venice certainly have the potential to be something great.

Saint Mark's Basilica: The basilica radiates on the entire square, attracting curious travellers from all around the world. Its Byzantine façade is topped by cupolas, exalted by lintels, arches and vaults. It's beautiful and charming, almost unreal. Inside, the journey continues with the famous Pala d'oro, a piece of jewellery dating from 976.

Galleria dell'Accademia: By far the most beautiful museum in Venice is this one! It has an impressive collection dating from the 14th century to the 18th including masterpieces from the likes of Bellini, Giorgione, Tintoretto, Veronese and Titian. It's a celebration of the artistic wealth of the city, the flagship of Renaissance in Europe.

Piazza San Marco: Venice's main square, this is where all the action happens. It's the heart of the city, the buzz and the hum, the social and political centre. Not far above sea level, when the water rises, this place is quick to flood!

Doge's Palace: After a series of fires, the building has now been restored to its original beauty, one that takes your breath away. This Gothic palace was once the former residence of the Doge of Venice. After entering the courtyard, you can't miss the great works by Tinoretto and Veronese. Take a tour and end your visit in the dungeons.

Peggy Guggenheim Museum: Peggy, somehow avoiding the Nazis, managed to collect more than 200 works by avant-garde and modern artists for her home on the Grand Canal. Today's its a shrine to modern art that dabbles in surrealism, Italian futurism and abstract expressionism. It should no be missed.

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Accommodations in Venice

The magic of Venice doesn't just stop once you've finished your day of sightseeing. It still lingers even as you lay you head to sleep in your Venetian hotel, whether you're staying in a fine luxurious room or in a sensible budget one. You can certainly sleep like a king here, but it'll often cost you more than you bargained for. Even in mid-range hotels, however, you'll find fine Venetian design elements like terrazzo flooring and tufted walls, even rooms with excellent canal views. Don't be afraid to open your window, you might be privy to fall asleep to the sound of a gondolier singing.