Snapshots of Venice | Breaking the Stereotypes 🇮🇹✨
This was actually my second time in Venice, and I still adore this city. With its unique geography and charm, Venice stands out as one of Europe’s most distinctive gems. Yes, it’s touristy—but hey, the "Merchant of Venice" has been famous since the Middle Ages! 🏛️💎 Though I’d been before, my last visit was ages ago. This time, I made sure to properly hit all the iconic spots and snap some classic tourist shots—piecing together the Venice of my imagination. 📸 📍 Academy Bridge (Ponte dell'Accademia) Right outside the Gallerie dell'Accademia, this bridge offers one of the most picturesque views of the Grand Canal. 🌉 🚢 Vaporetto Ride from St. Mark’s Square On the No. 1 water bus to the Accademia, I captured this shot from the starboard side (depart from S. Marco-San Zaccaria station for this angle). With a vintage filter, it looks straight out of an 18th-century Venetian painting! 🎨 🕊️ St. Mark’s Square (Piazza San Marco) For the least distorted panorama, I backed all the way to the far end of the square. The golden basilica and fluttering pigeons? Chef’s kiss. ✨ 🔔 St. Mark’s Campanile From the top of the bell tower, the 360° view is unreal. And at ground level, I framed the tower with a sculpted foreground—double the drama! 📷 🏰 First Glimpse of Venice Stepping out of Santa Lucia Station, the sight of a grand canal instantly transported me to the era of the maritime empire. History hits different here. ⚓ 💔 Bridge of Sighs (Ponte dei Sospiri) Viewed from inside—the Doge’s Palace tour route crosses this bridge (easy to miss!). Peeking through the stone lattices, you’ll spot tourists outside taking the classic shot. 👑 Doge’s Palace (Palazzo Ducale) The Great Council Hall stole my breath—one side faces the basilica, the other the open lagoon. A jaw-dropping reminder of Venice’s golden age. Power, wealth, and art collide here. 💫 🌉 Rialto Bridge The heartbeat of Venice’s commerce, swarming with life. Crowded? Yes. Worth it? Absolutely. 🌈 Murano Island Famous for glassblowing, but the pastel houses and quiet canals stole my heart. 💡 Tips & Feels Wandering > Maps: Lose yourself in alleyways—every corner hides a postcard-worthy scene. � Vaporetto Wisdom: For far-flung spots like Burano, the water bus is a lifesaver. 🚤 Love It All: Venice is kitschy and poetic. Its contradictions? That’s the magic. Till next time, La Serenissima! 💙 #Venice #ItalyTravel #VenetianCanals #Wanderlust #TravelGram