History of Venetian Carnevale Masks & Meaning Behind Them
People in Italy look forward to the time every year when then can don a festive mask and join in the celebration of Carnevale. The excitement that Carnevale brings is further enhanced with the myriad types of masks that can be seen during the event. With their elaborate and colourful designs, it’s no wonder that people highly anticipate this popular annual celebration. A Brief History of Carnevale The history of Carnevale stretches all the way back to the 11th century when it was first celebrated in Venice in 1094. Due to its popularity throughout Europe, it was eventually sanctioned as an official celebration in 1296. Since then, it has been celebrated somewhat consistently, with only a few gaps throughout history – such as in 1798 during the Austrian conquest of Venice and in the 1930s when it was banned by Mussolini. This event was essentially a way for people of all social classes to mingle with one another. The wearing of masks ensured anonymity and did not restrict anyone due to their inherent age, class or religion. The first masks used were rather simple in design, but usually had a symbolic meaning behind them. Back then, they were made from read all...
A Look Into the Bike Trails of Veneto
Have you ever dreamt cruising the bike trails of Veneto? Traveling the expansive region of Veneto by bike is a wondrous experience that any bike lover will surely appreciate. With its many beautiful vistas, natural parks and medieval towns, bikers are in for a uniquely scenic tour of the area as they travel along its many biking trails. Veneto itself is surrounded by varied landscapes, read all…
Top 10 Perfect Spots in Venice for Photographs
Venice has been the home and the subject of many artists throughout the years – and for good reason. The city itself is a wonder to behold, with many architectural marvels and scenic views that lend to its overall beauty. Tourists who fancy themselves as shutterbugs can find numerous spots around the city that are just perfect for taking pictures. If you’re wondering which places read all…
Top 5 Most Exotic Island Destinations Around Italy
Italy is made up of more than just the boot-shaped mainland that many people are familiar with. There are many beautiful islands around the country that lend themselves to Italy’s rich cultural and natural beauty. In fact, many travelers from across the globe flock to these islands to experience the many wonders that they have to offer. Here are some of the most popular island read all…
3 Myths About Booking Italy Tour Packages—Debunked
In an age where you can book your own hotel rooms online, most people end up planning their trips to Italy by themselves. After all, tour packages to Italy aren’t worth booking anymore, right? Well, we’ll have to debunk that along with these 3 myths: Tour packages are more expensive than going DIY. In fact, going on a DIY tour and buying may be more read all…
Spooky Sights: Top Haunted Tourist Attractions in Italy
When talking about Italy, most people would think of its grandest palaces, ornate cathedrals, or majestic monuments. But for every iconic structure that the country has, there’s probably one place or artifact that will fall under the “creepy” category for the average person. There are many scary tourist attractions in Italy! Hence, for Halloween, we’ll be showing you rather grim stops in Italy—some of which read all…
Top 5 Things to Do in Italy During Winter
There are many things to do in Italy during winter. However, most travelers opt to schedule their trip to Italy in the spring or summer, since it’s the best weather for sightseeing. However, other than cheaper fares in the winter, there are also many things to do in Italy during this season that you shouldn’t miss. Here are five of them: Celebrate Christmas the Italian read all…
7 Tips for Commuting in Italy by Bus or Train
Even if you booked a custom tour to Italy, you may end up using their mass transport system at some point during your trip. Why? There’s the fact that some popular destinations in Italy are only accessible by bus or train. And most often than not, the train system is actually cheaper, more efficient, and more convenient than riding a plane or renting your own read all…
3 Things Travelers Should Know About the Italian Language
The best way to make your Italian trip better is to learn a bit of Italian. After all, knowing the basics can help you get around the country, order the right food at restaurants, and even interact more with the locals. So on top of purchasing a traveler’s phrasebook, here’s three things you should know about the Italian language: Italians appreciate it if you try read all…
A Trip to Italy for the Adventurous: 5 Things to Do
Want to add more excitement to your trip to Italy? Then make sure to try at least one of these 5 activities that’s surely off the usual tourist must-try list: Try out “exotic” Italian street food. Italy may be best known as the birthplace of pizza and pasta. While we agree that no traveler should miss out on eating those two mainstays of Italian cuisine, read all…
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