Murano & Burano sightseeing
9.00am - 3pm (every hour)
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You can feel the warmth, the smells and the sounds of the furnace and you will see the clever hands of the artisan mold the glass in front of your eyes and then, like magic, it will be transformed into a unique object, thanks to the work of a millennial artisan culture that has been handed down from one generation to another. The glassblowing art is recognized in all the world as a synonym of beauty. This art of molding the glass in all these shapes, was one of the best safeguarded secrets in the Venetian Republic. After the glass-making demonstration you will enjoy a island walking tour: the guide will narrate secrets and myths of Murano. You'll visit also the wonderful Church of San Donato, a masterpiece of the Venetian architecture symbol of the island. Exclusive experience to learn this incredible artisan art of the venetian lagoon
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Admire a hidden jewel of Murano: the breathtaking Cathedral
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During the boat ride, you will pass in front of San Michele's Island: the Venice Cemetery
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During the boat ride, you will pass Building Bridges by Lorenzo Quinn, it's most ambitious project to date. Six pairs of monumental hands bridge the basin of the Arsenale in Venice as both a symbol of our commonality and an expression of human aspiration. The project depicts six of humanity's universal values - 'Friendship', 'Faith', 'Help', 'Love', 'Hope' and 'Wisdom' - each symbolised by human hands coming together to overcome differences and build a better world.
