Carnival in Venice

Wherever you look in Venice, vendors and ateliers sell masks. Some are traditional, like the Plague Doctor or Casanova, while others are modern and purely decorative. In the old days, masks were made of paper mache, so that they could easily be worn for disease prevention, or to Carnival festivities. I’ve always been fascinated with masks, and a few from…
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A Visit to Venice

Venice might be sinking, but my memories will never drown of the beautiful Italian port city. Maybe I have an affinity for canals, but Venice and Amsterdam hold a special place in my heart. On my first day in Venice, I settled in and took in the breathtaking views of the canals and the sea. The city is very picturesque,…
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