| Page Views: 3,786 Last Visit to Torcello: June, 2002 | Torcello Trip by sandysmith - last update: Jul 21, 2004 |
Torcello is an island in northern lagoon of Venice. It was formerly densely inhabited and was religiously very important, with several monasteries. The rise of Venice saw its decline and the islanders were struck with malaria too. Today its sparse inhabitants number about 60 and its seems rather overgrown and neglected. Fewer tourists from Venice make their way over here but those that do will be rewarded with its tranquility and splendid mosaics which can be seen in the cathedral here. |
| lagoon view from bell tower |
|  | We made a short return trip here during iur visit in July 2004. We were glad to see this tranquil place again without the stormy skies we had on our last vist and also to see the views from the bell tower - it was well worth it for the views around the lagoon. |
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| Pros: | "tranquil place, stunning moasics" | | Cons: | "watch out for mosquitos in the summer" |
sandysmith's Torcello Travel Tips
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victorwkf Fri Jul 4, 2008 08:48 UTC
Great information on laid-back Torcello! Did not have the time to visit this lovely place when I was in Venice :) | Tolik Fri May 20, 2005 02:21 UTC
I will add Torcello to my list | Maurizioago Sun Nov 21, 2004 10:46 UTC
Very useful tips. I have been there many years ago. | JetlagCity Tue Jun 22, 2004 21:29 UTC
Torcello looks and sounds like a lovely peaceful respite from the crowds - I think I've found my excuse to go back to this area : ) |
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