After visiting all the main excursions and the sights of Venice, special attention should be paid to the closest islands, the visit of which you will be very pleasant. Many include them on a mandatory point of their rest, because they are located very close to the city.
There is hardly at least one tourist who did not hear about handicrafts from Murana glass. The most unusual glass masterpieces are made not far from Venice, on the island of Murano. Very often, local guides offer to visit this place, including him on a tour, however, for such a trip, about 50 euros are asked for such a trip. Much cheaper You will be a trip to Murano on your own - it's just enough to use the Vaporetto and in 20 minutes you will find yourself in place. The island has been famous thanks to the plant, which manufactures various figures, figurines and interior items.
One of the most valuable is considered to be vases, decanters and chandeliers from such glass. Their price, in certain cases, reaches several tens of thousands of euros. In the museum, the entrance to which costs about 7 euros, various copies of glass products are stored, collected for the island's centuries-old history. Some copies simply amazed with their beauty and immediately grant a lot of questions about their manufacture.
Walking along the streets of Murano also deliver great pleasure - there are various glass sculptures, which can be considered absolutely free. In workshops, you can look at the technology of making small figures. Paying a symbolic fee, 10 euros with 3 people, saw the manufacture of a wonderful horse, which someone from tourists bought for 40 euros. Handmade products are large enough, swan figure, 10 centimeters height cost 30 euros, and a key chain in the form of candy - 10 euros.
The next day went to Burano Island, the road to which took a little more than 40 minutes. The population of this magical place does not exceed 5 thousand people. The island has long been known for the unique handmade lace. According to the legend, when the fishermen went to the sea, their wives went outside and in front of the house wonderful lace to brighten their longing on the other half. Further, the idea spread among the entire female population of the island. Young female tailed to themselves, and it was thought - the more difficult and the most unique pattern, the stronger the marriage. Thus, the bride "flew fate." There are a lot of legends associated with the needlework wonders of this place.
Handmade products are simply amazed - some of them are the months of work, they look very fabulously and gently. About 150-300 euros are asked for a small napkin, and the tablecloth will cost more than 700 euros. Most of all I liked woven children's dresses that were sold in some craftsons. True, the price of them is translated - from 500 euros for a tiny product.
The real works of art are exhibited in the store with the Lace Museum, near the pier. From magnificent napkins, pillowcases, tablecloths just captures the spirit. For wealthy tourists, there is from what to choose - duvets, lampshadows for handmade lamps, bathrobes and even bath towels. Each product is issued certificate of authenticity.
Lace is not the only thing that glorified Burano to the whole world. From other architecture of this place is distinguished by bright colors and the unique appearance of facades of houses. Small residential houses that are located on all sides of the lagoon, are degraded with bright colors. From the side it looks just great, as if you were in a fairy tale. Each house has its own color, and the general view is supplemented with beautiful curtains or curtains. On the windowsides, the same bright flowers lined up in a pottery of various shapes. Walking on colorful streets, everyone overwhelms the atmosphere of happiness and holiday. Even in the gloomy winter days, when the ice wind blows from the sea and rains, looking at the variety of paints, smile.
According to the legend, the wives of sailors aparted each house in various colors, so that the husband returned from the fishing did not confuse the road and did not get to the neighbor. In fact, the fishermen painted their homes to distinguish among other buildings. Local residents say that for the untidy and non-heavy facade of the building they are threatened by fines, because there are practically no such houses.
Almost near each bright building you can see a moored boat, as the main fishery among men is fishing. That is why in local cafes you can taste very tasty dishes from the freshest fish, at very reasonable prices. If you are planning to spend on Burano all day - you definitely do not stay hungry and find here not only fish dishes, but also delicious baking, ham, as well as various fruits.