Veneto

Panoramic view of Venice

Panoramic view of Padova

Panoramic view of Cortina d'Ampezzo and the Alps

Panoramic view of Peschiera del Garda

Burano is an island in the Venetian Lagoon known for its brightly coloured homes

Veneto is one of the twenty regions of Italy. The region's capital and largest city is Venice. Tourism is one of the main economic resources of Veneto. One-fifth of Italy's foreign tourism gravitates towards Veneto, which is the first region in Italy in terms of tourist presence, attracting over 60 million visitors every year.

Veneto Highlights

Books
Rainbow over Venice with Redentore Church in the background
Is There a Better Future for Venice? A Book Tries to Answer

A collection of stories from Venetians gives us an insight into their lives, hopes and plans for the future of Venice following the 2019 floods and 2020 lockdown and health emergency.

City
Venice's St. Mark's Square empty at night
In Pictures: Empty Italian Cities Under National Evening Curfew
Traditions
st martin
The Story of St. Martin: Cloaks, Cakes and Candles

November 11th is St Martin’s Day, and as is usual in Italy, it is one of many occasions in the year for feasting and special treats.

Events
St. Mark's Square in Venice flooded
Venice’s Flood Barriers (Project MOSE) Activated for First Time

Venice's Mose: success or failure? Only time will tell.

History
Aerial view of Lazzaretto island in Venice
The Origins of the Word ‘Quarantine’

Quarantine comes from medieval Venice.

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Properties for sale in Veneto

VENICE - Dorsoduro district - charming townhouse with terrace- ref 171c 0
Town - City Home in Venice
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Villa San Biagio - 72FY 0
Villa in Canaro
780000
Dorsoduro district - charming two bedroom apartment- ref 170c 5
Apartment in Venice
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Venice Ref: 4761 1
Apartment in Venice
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Venice- St. Mark’s district , charming apartment with canal view. Ref. 162c 0
Apartment in Venice
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Venice Ref: 4624 1
Apartment in Venice
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Belluno Reference: 3788 1
Semi-detached in Belluno
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Caprino Veronese Reference: 4381 1
Detached House in Caprino Veronese
690000

Recipes From Veneto

Recipes
Homemade Whole-Grain Tagliatelle

Our writer Cindy gives us the best recipe for homemade whole-grain 'tagliatelle,' a fresh pasta that is easier to make then it seems, from the northern and central areas of Italy 

Recipes
Bellini alla Pesca
The most notable and frequently-made cocktail by professional bartenders around the world
Recipes
Fritole
Fritole
The typical Venetian Carnival sweet.
Recipes
Spaghetti alla Busara
A must taste recipe from Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia...
Recipes
Sarde in Saor
Traditional Venetian Fried Sardines
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