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| Gondolas in line at San Marcos Square |
While the weather was less than perfect - overcast, drizzly, cold - Venice exceeded all my expectations. Winding cobblestone streets surrounded by tranquil canals and colorful stucco buildings transport visitors to a distant past. The pace of life is less hectic and more relaxed. People stroll rather than rush; meals are leisurely events not just a drive through convenience; and motorized vehicles are prohibited on the island.
Gondolas are not only the quintessential tourist attraction, they are a primary mode of transportation.
* The subject for the next several Wordless Wednesday posts will focus on my recent trip to Italy in March, 2015. While this was my first visit to this beautiful country - and my husband's homeland - I guarantee it will not be last.
Beautiful - I've always wanted to visit Venice!
ReplyDeleteKathy - You MUST put it on your bucket list. It is the only place I have visited that actually exceeded my expectations :)
ReplyDeleteSomeday, somehow - I'd like to see this in person.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! Mr. BFR has expressed an interest in Italy....
ReplyDeleteOh... BFR... with your interest in food and wine, a visit to Italy is an absolute MUST :)
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Jillian. Even more beautiful in person :)
ReplyDeleteRebecca.... I hope some day you are able to visit Venice - it is like no other place in the world!
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