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Giardini Pubblici (Public Gardens), Viale Trento,
Venice
These gardens can be found on the eastern edge of the city, situated
along the Riva degli Schiavoni and away from the main tourist areas.
The greenery begins near the statue of Garibaldi in the Castello area
and reaches as far as the public gardens and the grounds of the Biennale
d'Arte Exhibition. The gardens contain avenues of beautiful, large trees
and there are also good facilities for children, with a play area including
swings and slides. In odd-numbered years, there is a large and impressive
international festival of modern art that takes place in the summer.
The park can be easily reached and is just a short walk from the city
centre - or alternatively, you can use one of the city's Vaporetti.
Also just across the small canal is the delightful Parco delle Rimembranze.
Parco delle Rimembranze(Park of Remembrance), Castello,
Venice
The Parco delle Rimembranze is a large and serene park which has been
dedicated to those soldiers who died in the second world war. The park
is littered with tall trees, plants and benches. There are also excellent
children play areas, several large areas of lawns, as well as an inline
skating rink. Cross over to the shops on the wide Viale Quattro Novembre
to acquire the makings for a pleasant picnic under the shade and in
sight of the lagoon - the park is also close to Venice's large football
stadium (Stadio Penzo).
Giardinetti Reali (Little Royal Gardens), San Marco,
Venice
Located not far from Piazza San Marco and the vaporetto stop of the
same name, this beautiful area is full of mature trees and flowers,
winding pathways and comfortable benches, making it an excellent pit
stop after a long day of sightseeing. The Royal Gardens were originally
created in the early 19th century by Napoleon, to give an eye-catching
panorama from his nearby offices, when overlooking the Grand Canal.
Public toilets are available at the far western end of the garden and
please note that the gates are locked at night.
Chiostro San Francesco della Vigna, Castello, Venice
An excellent place to escape the hustle and bustle of Venice, far from
the crowds of tourists and shoppers - the cloister garden at the Church
of San Francesco della Vigna in northern Castello is one of the most
silent and serene places in the city. There are tall cypress trees and
beautiful flowers, as well as a statue of St. Francis in the middle
of the charming courtyard. The church itself is of course well worth
a visit too, as it contains several important works of art, including
paintings by Veronese and Bellini.
Campo Santa Margherita, Dorsoduro, Venice
This well-maintained park, with its large trees, open spaces and fine
fountain is a popular place for both locals and tourists alike. Campo
Santa Margherita is situated in the district of Dorsoduro, which is
lively but still mainly residential; the park itself is also home to
a local market, which sells fruit, vegetables and fish. Close by you
will be able to find good quality restaurants for either a hearty lunch
or romantic dinner and also some superb ice cream parlours for dessert.
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