Press Release: Venetian December
Tuesday 27th November 2007
You may not associate Venice with winter but there is no better time to visit this elegant city than December, when the hordes of summer tourists have left, the air is cool and crisp and the Venetians regain their city.
Enjoy a warming coffee on St Mark’s Square then wander through the streets admiring the wonderful architecture and taking in the sights of Venice, such as the gothic Ca’ d’Oro (House of Gold) and the imposing façade of the Palazzo Ducale or the Doge’s Palace.
This December is also your last chance to see the fascinating Le Macchine di Leonardo da Vinci. This exhibition displays 40 models made by the Niccolai firm based on the designs of Da Vinci himself and made up of 15th century materials such as wood, cotton, brass, iron and cord. Da Vinci was fascinated by mechanics and his designs include a glider, catapault and a hydraulic saw, all ideas way ahead of his time. Le Macchine di Leonardo da Vinci is running at the Chiesa di San Barnaba in Venice until the 31st December. Entrance price is 6 euros.
Visit Venice with Railbookers and stay at the 4* Giorgione Venice from £409 per person including breakfast and return train travel. This traditional family run hotel was originally an 18th century confectionary warehouse and is located close to the Rialto Bridge and St Mark’s Square.
Notes to Editor:
Prices per person, based on sharing a twin or double room. All prices subject to availability and correct at time of publication. All journey times exclusive of connection times.
Price quoted for the Giorgione Venice valid for Sunday – Thursday arrivals before 13 March 2008. For further dates and prices please see www.railbookers.com Eurostar trains run from London St Pancras International, Ebbsfleet International or Ashford International to Paris Gare du Nord. Eurostar runs from London St Pancras International to Paris in approximately 2 hours 15 minutes. From Paris take the overnight train arriving the following morning in Venice. Day trains are also available (supplements may apply).
Le Macchine di Leonardo da Vinci:
The exhibition is open daily from 09:30 to 19:30 until 31st December at the Chiesa di San Barnaba, Venice.
Railbookers:
Railbookers tailor-makes short breaks and holidays to Europe by Eurostar and train, including handpicked quality hotels with breakfast.
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