| The
One Thing You Don't Want to Miss |
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| Probably the most famous site in Venice is St. Mark's
Basilica. Built to enshrine St. Mark's body in the 9th century, it
was rebuilt in the 11th century with a new, spectacular edifice. The
interior is clad in wonderful mosaics and holds statues, icons and
its famous horses, brought to St. Mark's after the 4th Crusade in
1204. |
| Other
Fun Things to Do |
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Explore the Doge's Palace, the official residence of the
Venetian ruler, founded in the 9th century. See its famous
Bridge of Sighs, linking the palace to the state prisons. |
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Take a walking tour through the quaint cobblestone streets
and across the endless Venetian bridges to discover the
intimate details that make Venice so unique. |
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Enjoy a gondola ride through the canals as you relax and
absorb the surroundings. |
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| Get
a Taste of Local Flavor |
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| Italians rarely shop in supermarkets. Instead, most
prefer specialty stores. You can buy cakes at the pasticceria, milk
at the latteria, and pasta, ham and cheese at an alimentari. It's a
fun and interesting way to shop, and you'll find that the food is
always fresh and delicious. |
| Local
Currency |
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| The Euro (EUR), the currency of the European Union,
is the official currency of Italy. Many stores and restaurants also
accept major credit cards, which usually offer you a good exchange
rate. When shopping, remember there is a Value-Added Tax added to
most purchases. |
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