Picture of the day - October 25, 2005

Venice, Italy - "Bride Of The Sea"

Ask anyone, anywhere in the world to name a city in Italy and most will say Rome. But ask them to name another Italian city and you're likely to hear Venice. Venice is one of several must-see destinations for every European vacation itinerary. This beautiful city is steeped in Italian history and culture, but unlike most vacation spots in Europe the city of Venice itself is the main attraction! Venice's history, architecture and culture combine with its unique topography to make it one of the most interesting places on the planet. Venice isn't your typical metropolis - it actually consists of 117 small islands, 150 canals and over 400 bridges which connect the islands together. Getting around in Venice is the best part of the visit - the famed gondola rides are the preferred method of travel, but simply walking around for a day (or more) is a great way to enjoy everything this amazing city has to offer. Venice accommodations and amenities rival those found anywhere in Italy and Europe. Historic hotels, excellent restaurants, sightseeing tours...everything you need and more for the vacation of a lifetime await you in Venice!   Picture Of The Day Homepage | Submit a photo Interesting Articles