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Sunday 16 December 2018
Lagoon
Category: Places to see
Time: all year
Connected to the Adriatic Sea by three inlets, Lido-San Nicolò, Malamocco and Chioggia, the lagoon of Venice covers approximately 550 km² and its formation dates back to about 6,000 years ago. It is the largest wetland in Italy and it is considered a world heritage site by UNESCO since 1987.
In summary
Age: 6000 years ago
Extension: 550 km²
Main islands: Murano, Burano, Torcello
City: Venice
Riserva Naturale della Foce dell'Isonzo
Category: Attractions
Time: all year
It is considered the best area in Italy for birdwatching. The visit center is located on the island of Cona, which also hosts an international, educational, scientific and naturalistic center. Cycle routes allow the visitor to move quickly between the panoramic points. Do not miss the spectacular one on the Gulf of Trieste.
City: Grado
Grand Canal
Category: Places to see
Time: all year
The Grand Canal is the main waterway in Venice and without a doubt one of the most beautiful streets in the world, as the French journalist Philippe de Commynes wrote back in the sixteenth century. 70 meters wide and almost 4 km long, the Grand Canal divides with its winding path the historic city center. The bridges that cross it are historically three: Ponte degli Scalzi, Ponte dell'Accademia and Rialto Bridge. From 2008 there is also the Constitution Bridge, designed by the Catalan architect Calatrava.
In summary
Length: 3,800 meters
Width: 30 to 70 meters
Average depth: 15 meters
Annual Events: Historical Regatta (first Sunday of September) and the Feast of Our Lady of Health (November 21)
City: Venice
Saint Mark's Basilica
Category: Places to see
Time: all year
The Basilica of San Marco is the main church of Venice and one of the most visited monuments of the city. Built to house the mortal remains of the evangelist Mark, it is one of the most extraordinary examples of Romanesque-Byzantine style.
In summary
Era: XI century
Length: 76.5 meters
Width: 62.60 meters at the transept
Height of the central dome 43 meters
Free admission
Hours: every day starting at 9.45 am. Sundays and holidays from 2.00 pm
Where: St.Mark's Square
City: Venice
Basilica di Santa Maria Assunta
Category: Attractions
Time: all year
The church, built from 313 A.D., stands at the side of the Sacred Way, overlooking the square of the Chapter, together with the baptistery and the imposing bell tower. It is in Romanesque-Gothic style, with a majestic interior, imbued with intense spirituality. Do not miss the magnificent mosaics.
City: Aquileia
