Wednesday - Venice

I wasn't able to get an internet connection while in Venice, so I am posting some highlights, photos, and commentary to round out the blog.

Wednesday morning, we said arrivederci to Florence, and ventured via train to Venice. The ride was about 3 hours, but thanks to several bottles of wine and some delicious snacks coupled with a train car all to ourselves, and great company, we had a great time.

The apartment in Venice was beautiful, spacious and a bit more modern than that in Florence. It was although, over 150 steps up to it. So we did get a workout, but it was well worth it.

By this time, I had been experiencing some pain in my neck and shoulders and had developed quite a headache, so I did spend a bit more time, hanging out and relaxing resting thanks to some muscle relaxers.

I was able to spend some time with the group at St. Marks square and cathedral, which was absolutely beautiful. A fan of mosaic, St. Marks was breathtaking. Oh to be the seller of metallic gold tile in those days!

The city was preparing for Carnevale a "mardi gras" type of celebration, so the city was full of masks, capes, confetti, and costumes. Preparations we being made and a stage built for a major concert in St. Mark's square, but we were unable to find out who was performing.

The city is very beautiful and quaint and the canals and gondolas we abundant.