The Basilica di San Marco (Saint Mark's Basilica) was originally ordered to be constructed in 828 when Venetian merchants allegedly stole relics of Mark the Evangelist and brought them to Venice. After the Doge (commonly translated to Duke) ordered the construction and it was completed, the church became a personal chapel to the Doge. It was probably … Continue reading Venezia | The Church of Gold
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Venezia | The Troublesome Tower of St. Mark
This week, we go through the history of Campanile di San Marco in the Piazza di San Marco in Venezia, Italy.
Venezia | Venice at Night
So when we left off last post, Amanda and I were settling in for our daily siesta. Fast forward to about 7:30 pm, we wake up and head out for a sunset dinner. Since our hotel was on the southern most tip of the island, we walked along the coast until we found a suitable … Continue reading Venezia | Venice at Night
Tips and Tricks | Washington D.C. on a Budget
When I went to Washington D.C. for the first time Spring 2018, it was definitely one for the books. We only paid just shy of $350 for our hostel. And, yeah, I know that a bit much for 2 people for 3 nights, especially to be "on a budget," but we got a private room, … Continue reading Tips and Tricks | Washington D.C. on a Budget
Tips and Tricks | Budgeting Food in Italia
One thing that I know everyone is looking to figure out is how my fiancée and I pay for our vacations. It seems like every few months we're trekking out to explore more of the world. So, I wanted to share with you how we paid for things in Milano! So, here's everything from the … Continue reading Tips and Tricks | Budgeting Food in Italia
Tips and Tricks | More Than Just a Bed in Milan
One thing that I know everyone is looking to figure out is how my fiancée and I pay for our vacations. It seems like every few months we're trekking out to explore more of the world. So, I wanted to share with you how we paid for things in Milano! So, here's everything from the planes we took, the trains we hopped, the places we stayed, and the things we ate!
Tips and Tricks | How We Traveled to Milan
One thing that I know everyone is looking to figure out is how my fiancée and I pay for our vacations. It seems like every few months we're trekking out to explore more of the world. So, I wanted to share with you how we paid for things in Milano! So, here's everything from the planes we took, the trains we hopped, the places we stayed, and the things we ate!
Milano | The Skeletons in San Bernardino alle Ossa
This is another one of those sites that is not your typical tourist attraction, but I really think that it's a wonderful stop that you should make. This is called San Bernardino, and well... I will let the pictures do the talking for this one. And yes, they are real and human. Okay so … Continue reading Milano | The Skeletons in San Bernardino alle Ossa
Milano | The 6 Statues You Must See In Milan
When you're in big cities, you can throw a rock in any direction and find a church or a statue. So this week, I just want to show you the 6 statues that I found most interesting in Milano. 1. Leonardo da Vinci Located in Piazza della Scala, a statue of Italian Renaissance polymath Leonardo stands, … Continue reading Milano | The 6 Statues You Must See In Milan
Milano | The History of One of Italy’s Prettiest Cathedrals
Il Duomo di Milano, or The Milan Cathedral, is the biggest churches in Italy, and in the top 5 largest in the world.
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