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ITALY cont’d:
Fontana Di Trevi (Trevi Fountain): Experience the magic and
romance of the city’s most famous fountain, completed in
1762. ‘Three Coins In A Fountain’ & ‘Roman Holiday’ scenes
were filmed here.
Places of interest in Venice
Appreciate: the majesty of “the finest drawing room in
Europe” in the words of Napoleon, with covered galleries and
fine cafe’s. Experience the view from the top of the
campanile (Bell Tower) - the finest bird’s-eye look at the city!
See the Byzantine influence in architecture of the magnificent
St. Mark’s Basilica. (Closed Sunday).
Rialto Bridge: Explore this unusual hump-backed bridge
which was designed to allow an armed gallery to pass under
it. Visit the shops and stalls which line it and catch a great
view of the Grand Canal.
Guggenheim Museum: Visit the exceptional collection of
20th century modern pieces, put together by Peggy
Guggenheim, a fan of the Surrealists. Works by Salvador Dali
and Joan Miro. (Closed Tuesday).
Grand Canal: Ride along the Grand Canal and wonder at the
sumptuous palaces in various styles that line it. Rest your
feet and take advantage of the city’s water buses to see it as
it was always meant to be seen - from the water!