Showing posts with label Venice. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Venice. Show all posts

Saturday, October 30, 2010

Enjoy the fun and the lightness of the Carnival of Venice 2010!

There are many towns and cities in the world that celebrates a carnival in Rio, Brazil is probably the most famous of them all, but that is worn closely followed by the Carnival of Venice, known for the masks are traditionally made beautifully.

Now the famous Carnival of Venice, the city is the tourist attraction of international visitors, hundreds of thousands of experience with this colorful event. L 'Carnival is a good time to visit this beautiful city and take part in a tradition that goes on for hundreds of years! The canival of Venice in 2010, this is not to change the situation.

What is the Carnival of Venice?

Like most of the Carnival of the whole world of Venice Carnival calendar began as a religious festival in the Christian and the days are covered by the definition of when Easter. The period known as Lent is traditionally a Time-rich foods such as meat, milk, fat and sugar should not be consumed and held other celebrations could not. This meant that during the period of Lent, all of these types of foods have been eaten and the people generally had a good time, sometimes as a character and usually goes over the top!

In late 1200, now famous tradition of wearing a mask for the Carnival of Venice began. Mask Maker is a roaring trade, then as now, if during> Carnival or not, are one of the best souvenir masks from Venice!

Over the years through the Carnival of Venice, the city has gained an excellent reputation and has been attracting tourists since the 17th Century. There were times it was instead the carnival, but was incorporated in 1979 and has done it again every year.

What you will see the Carnival of Venice?

For many visitors is the mask and very expensiveCostumes, which are the main attraction of the Carnival of Venice. The whole town has things about the Carnival, so be sure to check all areas of the city to see what happens. Piazza San Marco is usually found as an important center for events such as concerts, competitions and the mask, but you there are art events elsewhere, like to enjoy ballet and theater.

The detailed program of events changes each year and is publishednearer the time on the official website of the Venice Carnival. Visit the Web site before you head to Venice, in order to plan the events and attractions that are most interested.

The visit of the Venice Carnival

The great thing about the Carnival of Venice is that you visit the city and enjoy some attractions without having to buy a ticket, although tickets can be purchased for specific events. Also here is the official sitethe best place to check. In 2010, the Venice Carnival is February 16th will be held from Friday, February 5th, until Tuesday.

Venice has many excellent places to stay, but with so many people visiting the city for the carnival, accommodation can be booked very soon. Make your plans in advance if you plan to visit Venice in the city of bridges during the carnival.

Saturday, September 18, 2010

Venice Top Ten Free Sights

About 118 islands make this romantic Italian desperate journey to Mecca and there are many attractions, the price, as are most of them backpackers hostels in Venice. States are also many fantastic places to go and see the visitors and it's free.

Basilica San Marco

Situated on the Piazza San Marco, this visually impressive cathedral is an unforgettable spectacle of housing is incredibly detailed and organized the collection of ancient mosaics. Althoughworth the wait, backpackers should expect up to five hours to queue for the busiest day!

Carnival in Venice

For ten days before Lent, Carnival is full of local people in unusual costumes and period closes at a masked ball. mansions are for the public offers a rare glimpse into Venetian opens.

Basilica of San Giovanni e Paolo

A large Gothic church call out the 14 Centuryalso serves as a place of rest for many of the city of the Doges - the old rulers of the first independent state.

Frari

His appearance is not particularly impressive, but the interior of the Frari church announced that more fondly for her. In particular, the altar of Titian, a fine example of Venetian extravagant design.

Clock Tower

The imposing clock tower of St. Mark's Square has been carefully rebuilt after being sunk inEarly 20th Century. Visible from several hostels in Venice, 15th century, this remarkable feature is a must.

Rialto Bridge

One of three bridges over the Grand Canal in Venice, travelers will be happy to find some of the best hostels in Venice. The bridge can be free, but accompanying the expensive shops and restaurants are all unsafe.

Bridge of Sighs

This romantic hidden treasure is known for its famous stone window-framed buildings. Historically, however, the bridgeis so named because the prisoners would sigh at their final view of Venice, before the cells connected with the prison, now an exclusive hotel.

Arsenal

This huge site is located in Castello Venice, Century has been used by 8. Regulated columns recalls once been proud maritime heritage.

Campanile di San Marco

An impressive 325 meters high tower visible from hotels and youth hostels in Venice, the Campanilestill impressive, you approach it.

Ponte della Paglia

The popular holiday destination combines the imposing Ducal Palace and the Palace of Prisons, but also the best place to photograph from the Bridge of Sighs.