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Exploring the Scala del Bovolo: Venice’s Spiral Secret

  So, you’ve made it to Venice. You’ve dodged the pigeons in Piazza San Marco, maybe even splurged on a gondola ride (because, why not?), and now you’re wondering what else this city has hidden up its sleeves. Let me introduce you to something a bit off the beaten path: the Scala del Bovolo . This isn't your typical Venetian attraction, but that's exactly what makes it so special. Nestled in a quiet courtyard, the Scala del Bovolo is like a surprise waiting to be discovered. Seriously, you could walk right by it and never know it was there—unless, of course, you know what you're looking for. And trust me, once you find it, you’ll be glad you did. This tower is like something straight out of a fairy tale, or maybe a dream you once had after too much gelato. It’s weird, it’s wonderful, and it’s just a little bit wobbly (more on that later). The name "Bovolo" literally means "snail" in Venetian dialect, and when you see the tower, you’ll get why. It spiral
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Venice, the unique gem of Italy

I've had the pleasure of seeing some of the most stunning places in the world while working as a travel blogger. However, of all the sites I've seen, Venice, Italy stands out as a personal favorite. The city of bridges, floating gondolas, and canals is simply magical and ensures an experience that will never be forgotten. I'll be sharing my intimate knowledge of Venice's best attractions, cuisine, museums, and experiences in this piece. What to see Let's start with St. Mark's Basilica, one of Venice's most well-known monuments, to begin the list of must-see sights. This church is a wonderful work of beauty and history, with Byzantine architecture and glistening mosaics. The greatest thing, though? Entrance is free. The Doge's Palace, which served as the residence of the city's rulers, is another well-known landmark. The best way to learn about Venice's past and see some of the magnificent chambers, courtyards, and bridges that give the palace its
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Visiting VEnice is easier than you think. Just go in the offseason.

Venice in the winter is a counterintuitive destinations. There is nothing quite like walking those stone sidewalks in the winter chill with twilight’s soft luminance deepening over the Grand Canal while, one by one, restaurant and trattoria windows begin to glow with a golden welcome. In summer, Venice is wall-to-wall tourists and, on Piazza San Marco, pigeons, too. But in winter the Piazza stands open to the sweeping views memorialized by every 19th-century painter who wandered through town. More to the point, you can get a restaurant reservation without calling weeks in advance.
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