[Italy] Burano Island Guide 🎨🏡✨

About 40 minutes by boat from Venice, Burano is a storybook-like island with colorful houses lining the canals. It's a hidden gem that's not only Instagram-worthy, but also offers history and gourmet food.

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✅ Sights
• Colorful Streetscape
The vivid blue, pink, and yellow colors of the houses, reflected against the canals, create a stunning sight.
👉 The color-coding system is said to have originated to help fishermen find their homes even in the fog.

• Lacemaking Tradition
Burano lace is a traditional craft dating back to the 16th century. You can experience authentic Burano lace at souvenir shops and the lace museum.

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🍴 Food Tips
• Seafood: As you'd expect from a fishing village, there's an abundance of fresh seafood.

• Local Dish "Risotto de Go": Risotto made with small goby fish is a specialty.

• Cafe Hopping: Sipping an espresso while looking out at the vibrant cityscape is exceptional.

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💡 Travel Tips
• Access: Approximately 40 minutes by Vaporetto Line 12 from Venice's main island.

• Travel Time: Half a day to a full day is sufficient for exploring.

• Best Time to Visit: Mornings are relatively quiet and offer great photo opportunities.

• Recommended Visits: Combine your visit with the neighboring island of Murano (famous for its glass art).

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