The Grand Canal of Venice
Venice was toppest on my list of places to see in Italy. I had heard about the smelly canals and that it was dirty. But upon arriving in Venice the city won me over immediately. It was quint and quite with a bussel of activity all its own. It was like stepping back in time. The whole city can either be accessed by water or walking the narrow walkways and bridges.
We first visited a church the Fraires Church that has some most impressive art work in painting and tombs. Then it was on to St. Mark's Square with water coming up into the square at high tide and everyone just walks on temporary raised sidewalks. No problem. The Venetians have dealt with water for centuries and will not stop without a fight to the bitter end.
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