The Lions of Venice
Representing St Mark, the patron saint of Venice, statues of lions are to be found throughout Venice, including atop the column standing in St Mark’s Square.
A Small Green Door
Behind this little green door was my home in Venice for a short while; just outside the door, this magical city waited to be explored
Gardens in Venice
Gardens are everywhere in Venice, but often hidden from the casual eye.
A Bookshop in Venice
The Acqua Alta Bookshop is so typically Venetian: hidden in courtyard, with a gondola overflowing with books in all languages.
Venice and the Church of the Skiing Jesus
An unusual church spire in Venice
Venice, Gondolas and Me
Images and tales of gondolas from my visits to Venice
The Markets of Venice
Behind the Rialto Bridge are the Venice Markets. Aside from an incredible array of seafood, there is also fresh fruit and vegetables, breads, meats - and later in the day, tourist stalls.
The Traghetti of Venice
The traghetti in Venice offer a cheaper version of a gondola - although you often have to stand!