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Church of Santa Maria dei Miracoli-Want to see what Venetian Renaissance looks like? This marble church is considered a “jewel box.” Pilgrims flocked to the church after the Virgin Mary performed several miracles. Glide up the canal and hop off at this recently renovated church.
Santa Maria Formosa-One of my favorite Venice moments took place just outside this church. It was Palm Sunday and a group of men were playing guitars in the campo. Formosa means “shapely saint Mary.” A vision appeared of a seductive Mary near this location. Was it Mary, or a courtesan? Nonetheless, a beautiful church stands in the spot of the original.
Ca’ del Sol Mask Shop-Hiding one’s identity is tempting while in Venice. What happens in Venice stays in Venice? Even if you aren’t visiting during Carnevale, you can get your fill of mysteriousness at this mask shop. While I was visiting Venice, I was able to get a behind the scenes glance at how simple paper mache is turned into glamorous masks. What style would you pick?
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