It was a foggy morning aboard the vaporetto traveling the seven kilometers from Venice to Burano. Burano, one of the islands making up the Venetian archipelago and famous for lace making, is even more re-known for its vibrantly painted homes.
And vibrant indeed! One theory is that the strong colors were used so that the fishermen could maintain a visual on their homes while at sea.
Despite the condensation masking these buildings, the colors popped! (And I can only imagine the effect on a sun filled day!)
A bit reminiscent of Charleston's Rainbow Row, the Burano buildings are less lavish architecturally, while giving precedence to the pop of color.
I'm still musing about what the interiors look like... Colorful or muted?
... Elaborate or sparse?
... Venetian glass or modern lighting?
I'll just have to let my mind wonder... until the next visit.
All photos by Stefano & Jennifer Micocci
Simply amazing!
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