Travellers Venice, 2nd (Travellers - Thomas Cook)

"Travellers Venice" provides in depth coverage of this magical city, which, with its lattice-work of islands, canals and bridges, enchants all those who visit. Its labyrinthine streets, opulent palaces and tiny squares are fascinating to explore, with something different around every corner. The Venice highlights include: Grand Canal with stunning Renaissance palaces such as the Venetian-Gothic Ca'd'Oro, and its famous bridges the Rialto and the Bridge of Sighs; St Mark's Square on the banks of the Grand Canal, buzzes with life and is home to the Campanile and the Basilica; shopping - a great shopping destination including locally crafted painted carnival masks, hand-painted fabric, and Murano crystal; and eating - a great regional cuisine which features seafood, pasta, and risotto. These popular, compact and colourful guidebooks are perfect for planning your holiday whether for a city break, regional tour or a long-haul destination. This extensive series is packed full of information about where to go and what to see, as well as walks and tours, feature spreads on cultural background and other aspects, restaurant and accommodation listings and practical information.