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long the weekend Venice A labyrinth of busy squares, colourful canals and marble palazzos, this floating city floods the imagination with its classical beauty This page: A gondola gliding its way through the city Opposite, from top: Sweeping views of the Dorsoduro district, Al Ponte Antico Hotel 48 worldtravellermagazine.com
THE LONG WEEKEND Venice welcomes you with an enchanting serenade, as gondoliers glide their way through the intricate web of the city's many waterways, carrying loved-up couples from all over the world. The beating heart of the city is the Grand Canal, a reflection of architectural glories with exquisite palazzos and gothic museums lining its banks. On land, narrow backstreets twist past and over bridges to unveil a treasure trove of art and culture. The city is divided into six districts (the sestieri), each with its own charm and character. One way or another, you're bound to wind up at San Marco. At the core of the city, it is where iconic sights, such as St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace can be found. Across the Rialto Bridge is San Polo with its lively bar scene, while the artisans' neighbourhood of Dorsoduro is brimming with prestigious art galleries. The largest of the sestieri, Castello is where you can watch elderly Venetian women gossip between windows and children playing ball in the piazzas. Lose yourself in the winding alleyways and discover why visitors flock to this fairytale-like city. BLISSFUL SLUMBER Doze off to the lullabies of the city Literary dream These hidden gems will result in a serious case of bibliophilia The artsy one: Officially declared a National Monument on account of its beauty, Ca Sagredo Hotel is an art-lovers dream-stay. Make your way up the magnificent 18th century Scalone dei Giganti staircase that’s entirely surrounded by frescoes, and wander through hallways adorned with original masterpieces by Venetian painters including Niccolò Bambini and Giambattista Tiepolo. The grand one: It's easy to understand why the Clooney’s chose to spend their wedding night at this sumptuous 16th century palazzo. Aman Venice welcomes you with its own brand of luxury – think trompe-l’oeil grandiose staircase, Murano glass chandeliers, Rubelli silk wall coverings and Rococo works of art, to name a few. The cosy one: Tucked away in the charming Dorsoduro district, Ca’ Maria Adele draws style-conscious travellers with its unique take on Venetian décor. The boutique hotel boasts five concept rooms, each with its own design and story. Book the Sala Noire and relish in its delicious decadence while the Sala del Doge will make you feel like a duke with its swathes of scarlet boldness. The bella vista one: For gorgeous city views, the terrace at Al Ponte Antico is a fantastic place to have a drink while gazing at the Grand Canal and the Rialto. Its central location also means that some of the best sights in Venice are within walking distance. THE BOOKSTORE: LIBRERIA ACQUA ALTA Here, books fill old gondolas, canoes, bathtubs and barrels. Encyclopaedias line the walls to make an intriguing staircase and fluffy cats inhabit every corner as if they rule the place. This chaotic yet charming book shop is the city’s best-kept secret and a dream come true for bargain hunters due to its second-hand literary treasures. THE LIBRARY: BIBLIOTECA NAZIONALE MARCIANA Considered one of the oldest and most stunning libraries in Italy, this architectural beauty is home to the largest classical texts collections in the world, including manuscripts, incunabula, and works printed between 1500 and 1600. worldtravellermagazine.com 49
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