The Venice Carnival is one of the top ten must-see carnivals worldwide. This traditional festival, with a history spanning centuries, sees participants donning elaborate costumes and exquisite masks. The atmosphere in the city's alleys and squares is unique and timeless. The Venice Carnival originated in 1162, celebrating Venice's victory against Ulrico with a grand celebration ball in St. Mark's Square. Nobles wore masks to disguise their identities, a tradition that became a hallmark of the Venice Carnival. The carnival begins two weeks before Ash Wednesday and ends on Shrove Tuesday. Today, most celebrations take place in and around St. Mark's Square, but the entire city dances to the rhythm of the carnival. 

 The carnival program includes major events such as the Festival of the Brides, featuring a parade of Venice's most beautiful maidens. The Flight of the Angel, a spectacular descent from the Campanile of San Marco. The Best Costume Contest held daily in St. Mark's Square. Masked balls, street performances, and mask-making workshops add to the vibrant array of activities. Join this grand celebration!

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## St. Mark&#39;s Square: Venice&#39;s soul living room, an open-air celebration that never ends **Definitely worth it! **Step into St. Mark&#39;s Square (Piazza San Marco), and you stand at the apex of Venice&#39;s beating heart and glory. Napoleon called it &ldquo;the most beautiful living room in Europe,&rdquo; and it is not just a geographical center, but an open-air theater that condensed millennia of history, art and life, the ultimate classroom for understanding Venetian temperament. ### **Strike the shocking highlights of the soul**: * ** The ring stage of the architectural epic**: The square itself is a museum without a roof. Look at: ** St. Mark&#39;s Cathedral** The golden dome and gorgeous mosaic facade, combining the Byzantine Eastern mysteries and the magnificent Gothic beauty; **Governor&#39;s Palace**Lace-like pink Gothic arcade, showing the majesty of maritime supremacy;** Bell Tower** towering into the clouds, such as red sceptres directly to the sky; **New and old Executive Officers&#39; Corridor**(Procuratie Vecchie &amp; Nuove) Elegant arcades are connected into giant curtains, framed to restore the skyline. Different times and styles of buildings resonate in harmony here, forming an unparalleled visual symphony**. *** Flowing daily and celebration**: The magic of the square is that it never solidifies. **Morning light micro**, the slate reflects the soft light of Wuhu, the sound of the water washed by the cleaners is the prelude to the city&#39;s awakening;**Daylight**, the pigeons circled like flowing clouds, tourists in the open-air coffee seat (such as the century-old store Florian) drinking Italian concentration, the band&#39;s classical melody with the sea breeze; **At the height of the tide, the water reflected the columns and the sky, and pedestrians stepped on the makeshift trestle bridge to become a unique magical scenery in Venice. Here is the best box for observing the 100 states of all beings**. ***Light and Shadow Magic and Space Poetics**: The square changes its appearance with the change of light. When the sunset melts gold, the cathedral&#39;s golden roof burns like fire, and the Governor&#39;s Palace is stained with honey; the lights are on at the beginning of the Hualien, the lights under the arcade are lit like star chains, and the silhouette of the clock tower sinks into the dark blue night. Its trapezoidal graphic design (82 meters wide at one end, At the other end, only 57 meters) cleverly created the visual depth of the church from the Piazzetta by the sea, the complex is propelled like a stage set, and the momentum is magnificent. ###**Don&#39;t miss the finishing experience**: ***Clock Tower - Panoramic view**: At 98 meters high, you can see the beauty of the red-tile maze, blue waterways and square geometry (detailed in the previous article). * **Night tour exclusive tranquility**: When the tide of people disperses, the moonlight is spilled on the slate floor, and the corridor column casts a long shadow, so that you can experience the sacred and poetic nature of the square**. * **Feel the &quot;wonder of high tide&quot;**: If there is a climax in the autumn and winter rainy season, the water is like a mirror reflection of the building, and it is a unique Venetian memory to walk in rain boots (see tide forecast!).

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It is recommended to buy tickets in advance. There is a long queue for buying tickets on site. Those with tickets can enter directly from another entrance. If you only visit the church, you can come out in ten minutes. It is mainly the dome and murals. There is a museum on the second floor. The ticket is 7 euros.

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Our experience in Venice was unforgettable, thanks to the perfect combination of a serene gondola ride and an insightful walking tour. The gondola ride was peaceful and gave us a unique view of the canals, while our guide was fantastic&mdash;knowledgeable, friendly, and engaging. We learned so much about the city&#39;s history and hidden gems as we walked through its charming streets. A truly memorable way to experience Venice from both the water and the land. Highly recommend this experience for anyone visiting!

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## Governor&#39;s Palace: The heart of power of the Venetian Republic, a gorgeous shock through the millennium** is definitely worth exploring!** Step into the Governor&#39;s Palace (Palazzo Ducale), and you enter the core of the Venetian Republic&#39;s millennium glory and shadow. It is not only one of the most magnificent Gothic secular buildings in Europe, but also a super-machine palace of power, art and history, far more profound than ordinary palaces. Its shocking highlights hit the soul: * * * * Gothic architecture peak wonder: * * * the first facade is shocked ** light as lace pink marble * * constitute a huge arcade and carved windows, subverting the inherent weight of Gothic. The solidity of the stout colonnades on the ground floor and the elegance of the upper open corridors form a delicate balance, as if the entire palace floats above the water, perfectly interpreting Venice&rsquo;s blend of strength and exquisite maritime empire. **Giant Steps (Scala dei Giganti)**The majesty of the giant statues of War and Sea on both sides indicates that you will enter the Temple of Power. ***The magnificent Power Theatre:**The internal space is the climax! Walk through the **Gold Ladder (Scala d&#39;Oro)**, step into the **Grand Parliament Hall (Sala del Maggior Consiglio)** and be swallowed by its restoration in an instant. This was the largest political gathering space in Europe at the time**! Your eyes will be involuntarily attracted by the giant Paradise** of **Dintoretto (one of the world&#39;s largest oil paintings), covering the whole face The religious and authoritarian imagery of the wall is suffocating. Walking through the **ten-member committee hall**, **the old hall**, the ubiquitous **gilded ceiling, wet murals (Veronese, Titian masterpieces), and Venetian mosaic floor**, constitute the ultimate visual feast. These luxury is not only art, but also The Republic** deters the envoys and demonstrates the political tools of the state power**. * ** The sigh bridge and dark memories: * The Governor&#39;s Palace is not only gorgeous. Cross the sigh bridge (Ponte dei Sighi)**, and feel the cold touch of the stone bridge connecting the palace and the prison. Cross the narrow ** leaded prison roof cell**, Imagine the saga of Casanova&#39;s escape here. This &quot;crossing journey&quot; from the peak of power into the abyss of despair reveals the deep justice and secret cruelty of the republic&#39;s prosperity. * **Priceless art treasure:** The palace itself is a top art gallery. From the fine armor of the ** weapons library, to the luxurious furnishings of the ** consul suites; From the ceiling masterpieces of Veronese&#39;s &quot;Robbing Europa&quot; to the historical whispers on the wall of prisoners&#39; graffiti...every detail tells the epic story of the rise and fall of the Republic. **Reality Tips:*** **Must buy a &quot;Museum Pass&quot; (Museum Pass)**: Covering major attractions such as the Governor&#39;s Palace and the Correll Museum, the price is very high. * **Reserve sufficient time: **

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## St. Mark&#39;s Bell Tower: The top of Venice, overlooking the Millennium Water City, the strongest sound is definitely worth the top!** This red brick clock tower (Campanile di San Marco) towering in St. Mark&#39;s Square, up to 98.6 meters, is the undisputed dominance of Venice&#39;s skyline** and the best viewing platform in the city**. It may not be the most complex of art buildings, but the stunning panoramic views it offers are enough to make it a must for experiencing the Venetian soul. Its core charm is breathtaking: * 360-degree panoramic picture: * Getting to the top (only 1 minute by elevator!) instantly, the eyes suddenly open ** The whole of Venice is spread out like a giant relief map at your feet. The blue lake surrounds the maze of orange-red roofs, the Grand Canal as a shiny ribbon through the city, and the outline of Lido Island in the distance is faintly visible. Clear recognition of the golden dome of St. Mark&#39;s Cathedral, the elegant arch of the serrated wall of the Rialto Bridge, and even the white crown of the Church of Our Lady of Ankang in the distance. This experience of taking a panoramic view of the entire water city and understanding its unique pattern is unique in Venice. Historical echoes and watch: The bell tower itself is a witness to the vicissitudes of life. The building is &quot;rebuilt as it was&quot; after the collapse of the original tower in 1912, but it perfectly continues the Renaissance style of the early 16th century. The simple and majestic red brick tower body forms a wonderful dialogue with the Byzantine gorgeousness of the square. The tower&#39;s gilded angel wind vane shines in the sun, guiding the return ship for hundreds of years. At every hour, the loud sound of the bells (the five ancient bells at the top of the tower) penetrates the hustle and bustle of the city, making it the most moving background sound in Venice. The decryption moment of space magic: standing at the commanding heights can truly unlock the visual code of Venice&#39;s &quot;water maze&quot;. See how the narrow waterways are woven into nets, how the church bell tower becomes a block navigation marker, how the square becomes a city living room, how the islands are scattered like pearls in Wuhu. This cognitive leap from two-dimensional streets to three-dimensional three-dimensional is not possible on foot or by boat. Realistic considerations: queue and fare: As one of the most popular attractions, queues during the peak season may be as long as 1-2 hours. It is recommended to open the door in the morning or go before closing in the evening. There are few people and excellent light (especially dreamy at sunset). Tickets are about &euro;10-15. Limited space: The viewing platform on the top of the tower is not large, and it will be slightly crowded when there are many people, but the view is unobstructed. Summary: The St. Mark&#39;s Bell Tower offers not subtle architectural details but an irreplaceable &quot;God&#39;s perspective&quot;. It is the ultimate classroom to understand the logic of Venice&#39;s space and feel the nature of its water city. When the eyes look over the cascading red tiles, shimmering waterways and the endless blue sea, listening to the bells roaring beneath your feet, the Venice Millennium legend seems to be within reach.

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