More like a stage than a city, Venice is the only city in the world built entirely on water. Its glorious palaces, historic churches & stunning art galleries have captivated visitors for centuries. Explore Venice is part of a br&-new series & is the perfect pocket companion for your trip: a full-colour guide containing 14 easy-to-follow routes, taking in all of the classic sights, such as Piazza San Marco & La Salute church, as well as the atmospheric canals & sleepy little squares off the tourist track. For day-trippers, there is a useful ` Venice in a Day` route which takes in all the city`s must-sees. Insight`s trademark cultural coverage perfectly sets the routes in context, with introductions to Venice`s cuisine & shopping possibilities, as well as an overview of the city`s famous Carnival & music & opera scene. H&-picked places to eat & drink are highlighted in each route & in the directory section, which contains a wealth of useful practical information including a language guide, as well as a range of carefully selected hotels to suit all budgets. All routes are plotted on the useful pull-out map, & the stunning photography captures the essence of Venice. Ed. September 2014.