Subject: Re: One day in Venice |
I agree head for San Marco and don't miss the horses. A coffee at Florians
or Quadri's is much more fun than a drink at Harry's Bar. If you want a
lovely souvenier you might go to Ca'Macana a wonderful mask shop at
Dorsoduro, 3172. It's hard to choose and they might be a bit more
expensive, but they are lovely and you also recieve a certificate of
authentecity. We purchased two and they look lovey hanging on the wall and
are a constant reminder of one of our favorite cities.. If you are
interested in fabric and costume you might try the Museo Fortuny. It was
closed when we were there last time and I didn't know about it the first
time Fortuny was known for his fantastic pleated silk dresses during the
20's -30's. The dresses etc are collectibles and quite lovely. It is a
special interest and may not be for everyone. An unusual church we missed
the first time was the Santa Maria dei Miracoli, campo dei miracoli. Locals
like to be married in this church. It is in the Cannaregio and hard to find
but worth the search The outside is decorated with different shades of
marble. Go when there is plenty of daylight. Barb
>Callie Black wrote:
>I love the church on Torcello, but it's a long trip there and back and
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