Burano Quarter - details and images

The houses are painted in bright colors such as a delight to walk through Burano (wherever you look see houses painted in blue, pink, green, purple, yellow, etc.).

Fishing is the main occupation in Burano, and that is another occupation and embroidering. If you have not finished the budget for souvenirs, you can buy a second or a tablecloth. The museum visit Burano embroidery (4 € entrance) is closed every Tuesday.

Burano Venice lagoon is one of the islands known as the painted houses and lace craft production. This profusion of color has its significance in ancient times when it is considered that defines the property and, according to legend, fishermen to help them recognize their property when they returned from fishing. When you visit Burano bell should also visit inclined to enjoy the quiet streets and the colors and flowers that adorn the houses.

The church market is celebrated every Wednesday weekly market and must not lose the fish market which sells a wide variety of typical lagoon fish.

The island lies in the north of the lagoon, 40 minutes away from Venice. You can begin your journey Mazzorbo station, from there get to Burano in 5-10 minutes.

Address: Fondamenta Nuove vaporetto n. 12 of

To get to Burano:
First we have to reach Murano and once there go to the dock ACTV named "Faro" LN line of departure to Burano.

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