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The "Madonna della Salute" is celebrated every year on 21st of November
It 's a recurrence with very ancient origins, was born following one of the largest epidemics of bubonic plague, the one that hit northern Italy between 1630 and 1631, the same epidemic told by Alessandro Manzoni in the famous novel "I Promessi Sposi".
The population was decimated and the Senate decided that a vow was made to build a temple in honor of the "Blessed Virgin" (just as it happened in 1576 with the vow to the Redeemer) and to dedicate it to Madonna della Salute. In 1631 the epidemic finally slowed and the Republic decided to entrust the project of the church to Baldassarre Longhena. The church was finished in about 50 years and is still one of the greatest expressions of Venetian Baroque. For more than three centuries, pilgrims have been celebrating Madonna della Salute on 21st of November. They cross the votive bridge that connects the sestiere of San Marco with that of Dorsoduro (the votive bridge is temporarily installed only for the period of the anniversary) and light a candle inside the Church.
On the occasion of Salute you can taste the typical "Castradina", a dish made of onion, cabbage, wine and leg of mutton salted and smoked. The preparation of the dish lasts about 3 days and is a delicacy!
BOOK YOUR HOLIDAYLa settima edizione di The Venice Glass Week ha ufficialmente preso il via e ha raggiunto, con i suoi colori e le sue opere, anche Mestre. Ogni anno, infatti, sotto una veste diversa, il festival internazionale del vetro porta i suoi colori e le sue forme anche nella terraferma.
Every year on April 25, Venice also celebrates the Bocolo Festival or the Rosebud.
7 September 2025 The first evidence of the Historical Regatta is in the thirteenth century but it is probably much older since the city of Venice has always been projected on the sea.It takes place every year on the first Sunday of September.
Saturday 19 July and Sunday 20 July 2025 The Redeemer is one of the favourite event of Venetians.It takes place on the third week end of July
19th of May 2024 One of the most awaited moments in Venice for all lovers of rowing boats
If you’re in Venice and have already had your fill of bridges, masks, and spritz at sunset, there’s a trio of islands waiting for you to make your dream day come true: Murano, Burano, and Torcello. A mix of art, traditions, vibrant colors, and ancient history, all within reach by vaporetto.
