For some reason too, the light is unique, particularly in the early morning and late afternoon. Combine this early morning or evening light with the ancient buildings and bustling canals, and you have a melancholy beauty of great sadness and great joy that is impossible to explain in words.
These photos of Jim's come as close as anything I have seen to capturing the essence of Venice.
It isn't only Venice that Jim has captured so well, and I'm sure you'll enjoy his photos of a few other stunning Italian places too.
A little about Jim before we get onto the photos: Jim Brandano is a photographer who now lives in Florida and runs a photography business with his wife. If you'd like to learn more about Jim, then click here.
On a radiant summer's day, the Grand Canal of Venice transforms into a breathtaking spectacle of shimmering light and lively activity. Golden sunlight dances across a surface of glimmering reflections. It's as if the Grand Canal itself has donned a splendid cloak of diamonds, each ripple sparkling, alive with light, energy, and possibilities under the warm Mediterranean sun.
Boats of all shapes and sizes dart up and down. The rhythmic chugging of boat engines and the soft lapping of water against ancient stone walls create a symphony of sound while gondolas slowly glide by in velvety silence.
Alongside the water's edge, palaces in hues of pastel gaze upon the timeless scenes below, blushing red with all they've seen as the sun slowly descends towards the horizon.
Amalfi, on the Amalfi coast. For more stories, tips, and photos about this most beautiful coastline, visit our guide here. If it is a beach you're after, then our "Beaches of the Amalfi Coast" is just the answer.
The best tours of Venice Italy, selected by an insider. Walking tours, gondola trips, St. Mark’s Basilica and even a creepy ghost tour. We have it all!
The Doges Palace is one of those great buildings that exceed even the highest expectations. On a sunny day the building seems to almost float above the Piazza.
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Venice in Summer is wonderful. Colorful flower boxes add a splash of red while the gondolas ply their way up canals, sparkling aquamarine in the summer sunshine
Gondolas inside and out, piles of books, cats everywhere, and a fire escape that involves jumping into a canal. This is the Acqua Alta Bookshop in Venice.
If the hustle and bustle of the usual Venice attractions gets too much, the flamingo-filled Southern Lagoon is a good place to escape to for a few days.
Looking for maps of Venice or Veneto? You’ll find them all here—Venice city maps, spa town guides, and a map of Veneto. Plus, lots of local tips and info.
Come summer I can only take so much history before I need a beach. That's what the Venice Italy Beach Guide is about. Discovering the best beaches near Venice.
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More Travel Tips:
Book your tickets to museums and other attractions in advance on Tiqets.com
Book your accommodation. Booking.com and Agoda help you to book accommodation in advance
Book your excursions. Wherever you go, make the most of your time! Excursions with professional guides will help you do this - choose a location and the best option for yourself on Viator or Getyourguide
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