A visit to Burano
Burano is a small island north of Venice in Italy . It is situated near Torcello at the northern end of the Lagoon, and is known for its lace work. Burano is also known for its small, brightly painted houses, which are popular with artists. The colours of the houses follow a specific system originating from the golden age of its development. Other attractions include the Church of San Martino , with a leaning campanile and a painting by Giambattista Tiepolo (Crufixion , 1727), the Oratorio di Santa Barbara and the Museum and School of Lacemaking. All visitors of Burano remain intrigued by the many colours and the coloured houses that are reflected into the green waters of channels, by the leaning bell tower , by the tranquility and the calmness with which the elderly ladies embroider original Burano lace by their tombolo (or lace pillow), while they are laughing and chatting in squares among them. It seems to be in paradise. Children who dart freely with their bicycles, balconies w...