The first time we came to Venice 7 years ago, at about the same period, we had stunning weather. This time, we arrived in the rain and it seems it may last quite a few days. But the moment we started walking through the tiny streets from Ospedale vaporetto to our home exchange in Castello just behind Piazza San Marco, I felt the magic of Venice descend upon me. Here are my first impressions.
First sightning of Venice from the vaporetto that took us from the airport
San Michele Cemetary on an island just opposite Venicei
The arched bridges so typical of Venice
One of the typical palaces on a minor canal
The gondolas didn’t do much business while it was raining but each time there was a lull, the canals were full!
The famous Bridge of Sighs, with an unusually empty canal beneath due to the rain
The Fenice opera house o on the right with two different palaces on the left
Beautiful shots! It is a city I long to see someday.
I just love getting absorbed in your so interesting Sites, thank you. Have been a fan for about a year now. Went to some of the destinations you speak about when in France last year. It’s a long way from Adelaide( originally Sydney/ Newtown) Australia, as you know, to Europe, so now indulge in memories with your great pics. Also doing French, or trying too, to keep the brain in some order with the aging process!!!!
Hi Marie, I’m glad you’re enjoying the blog. I have, of course, see you on FaceBook. Thank you for introducing yourself. We should be in Adelaide early next year for our first visit there. Hope to catch up!
Ohh Venice! Thanks for sharing :). Have fun! Jill x
I certainly will! There are lots of windows here …
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