Abandoned for many years now, I wonder if maybe il Sindaco Brugnaro will let me buy it and fix it up. Sassi Italy Tours World HQ in the lagoon? Why not!
Images
Azienda Fratelli Mossio: An Autumnal Nebbiolo Leaf
Always, click for the real full size image to appreciate.
Mazzorbo Sunset
Burano’s slightly less traveled sister island is Mazzorbo. It’s a lovely, quiet little sleeper you pass by on the vaporetto on the way to see the painted gems of Burano. We can think of no better place to buy a quiet little estate when you win the lottery.
Burano Reflections
Another Burano Sunset
This view never gets old! Click for the full size.
This Is Why Cruise Ships Do Not Belong In Venice
Shot this a little while ago from Burano. You can see when you zoom in the smoke stack spewing bunker fuel fumes into the air; you can see the gigantic scale on the cruise ship compared to the Venetian skyline. It’s a monstrous floating city that dwarves the delicate city next to it.
It’s plain as day why the cruise ships need to be docked away from Venice. Click for a full size image that really drives the point home.
Burano Acqua Alta
Even on a rainy, high tide kind of day, the colors of Burano are magic on the water.
Tajarin con Tartufi!
One of the more exquisite flavors you can enjoy anywhere–truffles, butter, cheese, and homemade pasta. Pair it with a dolcetto or a nebbiolo for an epic pairing win.
Canalside Gelato, Red Hair…Gorgeous
Santa Maria Formosa Captured At Night
One of the more magical spots in a magical city. Saying it exudes mystery and romance is almost redundant.
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