We traveled by train from Basel Switzerland through Austria and down the northeast part of Italy to Venezia or Venice. Being an English speaking Canadian I think of Venice rather than Venezia but the later sounds so pretty it seems a shame not to use it. I do have a blog post in the wings for Basel Switzerland. However, we are taking a short introductory walk around the Cannaregio area of Venice late this morning so I thought I would take you with us.
We are staying on quiet calla Gallion not far from the first bridge near the train station. In retracing our steps back towards the station, there is a chance for us to take in that postcard view of Canal Grande from Porte degli Scalzi.
Stepping down off the bridge we will turn away from the train station and take the Rio Tera Lista Di Spagna and have a look along the Canal Cannaregio.
Yes, this part is still fairly busy but it quickly becomes quiet as we wander into the Cannaregio area. I lose interest in canals for more mundane observations. I love laundry hanging on lines. Laundry in canals.
Laundry with a view.
Laundry with a colour theme.
Well, that is about it. The sun is too high for good viewing and it is time to return to our rooftop apartment for a wee snack and a nap.
Oh! Is it Venezia or Venice to you?
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Oh, Venezia, for sure… and you have to drag out those syllables! How lovely to be there. We got some joy out of people watching in San Marco square…great fun.
Enjoy.
Shirley I did think of you and Sherwin when we were walking around today. We haven’t made it over to San Marco square yet. Maybe tomorrow.
How delightful to find someone else who loves to take laundry photos! And what a truly great place to do it. Another wonderful theme in Venice is “bridges.” Not for everyone… but I really like taking photos of great bridges… and Venice has several great bridges. I love following along with you.
Definitely Venezia for me! Love your pics so far, makes me want to go back so badly. If you happen upon the restaurant Fiaschetteria Toscana near the fish market do go in and eat some pasta with squid ink, one of Venezia’s best! And avoid those places with a menu turistico, aweful! Ciao!
Venezia, certo che!
Either one would do for me. Lovely to follow along on your journeys . . . BUT I have yet to see photos with you guys in them! Maybe just one, perhaps eating a local treat I can enjoy vicariously?
That is the thing isn’t it? As a photographer a person is usually behind the camera and we are traveling with just the two of us. But I will see what I can do Alice.
Beautiful is what I call it – full of color and life thank you for keeping up on the tour!
You are most welcome Patricia! There are more posts to come though Admit to just being here and not always wanting to record being here 🙂
Yes, Venezia would be my choice too. What stunning photos. You are surely having the time of your life my friend!
It is true Sam. The painting on location has been great. We have been in Venezia long enough to visit a few favourite spots several times and develop a bit of a routine.