Secret Venice An Unusual Travel Guide

Download or read book Secret Venice written by Thomas Jonglez and published by Editions Jonglez. This book was released on 2018 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Five years of research were needed to conceive this exceptional guide, which will allow all lovers of Venice and the Venetians themselves to start exploring the most extraordinary city in the world, away from the beaten path.

Download or read book The 500 Hidden Secrets of Venice written by Anna Sardi and published by Uitgeverij Luster. This book was released on 2019-05 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Venice is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. Nevertheless, every day brings new discoveries in this city, says local architect Anna Sardi. She knows Venice like the back of her hand and is always on the lookout to find out about cultural events, from expositions connected to the biennale to concerts and films in pop-up venues. In The 500 Hidden Secrets of Venice she shares her favourite places and tips, and also provides a fresh perspective on the must-visit (cultural) spots. AUTHOR: Anna Sardi is a local architect who knows Venice like the back of her hand. SELLING POINTS: * The perfect book for those who wish to discover the locals' favourite spots in Venice, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe * Avoiding the usual tourist haunts, this affectionate guide provides a fresh perspective on the must-visit spots and introduces you to Venice's best-kept secrets * Includes 5 restaurants that most tourists will never find, 5 cosy markets in the open air, the 5 most beautiful buildings by architect Carlo Scarpa, 5 convents where you can spend the night, the 5 nicest bookshops for kids and much more 90 colour images

Download or read book The Secret Venice of Corto Maltese. Fantastic and Hidden Itineraries written by Hugo Pratt and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Soul of Venice written by Servane Giol and published by Soul Of'. This book was released on 2020-11-07 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We tried 1,000 places. And included only the 30 best. 30 unforgettable experiences that capture the soul of Venice. Every guide in the "Soul of" collection includes: - the 30 best experiences a city has to offer - interviews with those who give the city its spirit - illustrations that capture the city's soul

Download or read book Magical Venice written by Lucie Tournebize and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2022-05-03 with total page 519 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Go beyond the ordinary with this remarkable travelogue and guidebook filled with spectacular color photography that showcases Venice’s magical beauty and hidden gems, from the Piazzo San Marco to the island of Giudecca, the banks of the Grand Canal to the Arsenal district—the second entry in the Hedonist’s Guide travel series. Combining essential insider details, cultural information, must-see attractions, and detailed maps with glorious custom photography, Magical Venice is the ultimate handbook for modern nomads, including both savvy travelers and novice tourists. Designed for twenty-first century globetrotters, Magical Venice features stylish graphics and an elegant visual design, as well as a breakdown of must-visit places, thematic double-page photographic spreads to help you discover and understand the city, and walking routes to explore each district away from the crowds. Every fascinating detail of Venice is revealed, from the splendor of its palaces, the beauty of its piazzettas, the romanticism of its bridges and canals, the delights of its gastronomy, the charm of its sestieri—the districts that make up the city of the Doges—and the wealth of its museums and its arts and crafts. Whether you prefer a more traditional visit or want to chart your own unique course, this user-friendly reference and coffee table book includes everything you need—and more: Discover the spirit of Venice as seen through the eyes of Philippe Starck Visit Carlo Scarpa's Olivetti showroom, Piazza San Marco Taste cicchetti in the city’s bacari Drink a bellini at Harry’s Bar Admire the gems of modern art in the baroque palace of Ca ’Pesaro Visit the latest contemporary constructions on the island of La Giudecca Learn about the phenomenon of aqua alta Take a walk in the hidden gardens of Venice Magical Venice offers inspiration and insight for armchair travelers and dreamers alike. Best of all, the gorgeous photography transforms the book into a keepsake that will transport you back to your favorite places and sights long after returning home. Experience Venice as never before with the Hedonist’s Guide!

Download or read book Venetian Legends and Ghost Stories written by Alberto Toso Fei and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Tropic of Venice written by Margaret Doody and published by University of Pennsylvania Press. This book was released on 2007-02 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this journey through the work of artists and the writings of travelers who have been both smitten and repelled by the influence of Venice, Margaret Doody explores ways in which this is a city profoundly unlike any other on earth—and one that simultaneously unsettles and reveals many of our most deeply rooted cultural values.