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	Sestiere (Venice) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		A sestiere (plural sestieri) is a subdivision of a number of Italian towns; for the origin and application of the word, and examples of these towns, see the article "Sestiere".
		The best-known town divided into sestieri is Venice.
		Each sestiere was administered by a procurator and his staff.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Districts_of_Venice (210 words)

	Sestiere - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		A sestiere (plural: sestieri) is a subdivision of certain Italian towns.
		The best-known example are the sestieri of Venice, but Ascoli Piceno, Genoa and Rapallo, for example, are also divided into sestieri.
		A variation of the word is occasionally met with; the comune of Leonessa, for example, is divided into sesti or sixths.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Sestiere (173 words)

	Sestiere Di Dorsoduro
		This church stands in the territory both of the Castellani and the Nicolotti, two very ancient factions into which Venice is still in some sort divided.' In truth, the Castellani represented the democrats of Tesolo, the Nicolotti the aristocrats of Heraclea.
		The whole of Venice is divided between them : the Castellan faction can claim the Castello, the district of S. Giovanni in Bragora, the district of S. Gregorio, and the islands; the Nicolotti the district from SS.
		Matters were carried even further than this; and the faction to which a foreigner should belong on arriving in Venice was determined for him by the colour of that quarter where he first left his boat.
	www.oldandsold.com /articles30/venetia-6.shtml (2572 words)

	Venice - self catering budget apartment to rent in Venice, Italy
		Lying in the sestiere (district) of Cannaregio, this Venice apartment is just five minutes walk from the main railway terminus, and within easy reach of St Mark's Square.
		The district of Cannaregio itself is one of the six historical districts of Venice (sestieri, meaning literally 'sixths').
		This is one of Venice's most active waterways, and you will see gondolas, rowing boats, water taxis and waterbuses, all of which link the various districts of the city.
	www.knowital.com /veneto/venice/carielo/apartment2.html (503 words)

	Venice apartments, Historic center
		The Sestiere of San Polo is the smallest one in Venice.
		The Sestiere di Santa Croce is found in the north east part of the city and via Piazzale Roma connects Venice to the Mainland.
		The sestiere of Dorsoduro is in the southern part of the city.
	www.ladolcevitarentals.com /eng/venice_historic_center.asp (720 words)

	Guide to Venice: Cannaregio district
		Cannaregio is Venice's second largest sestiere, stretching across the north-west of the city from the station almost to the Rialto bridge.
		With the construction of the railway and road bridges to the mainland in the 19th century, the mainly residential and religious nature of the sestiere changed.
		On this sestiere, special attention will be paed to number of palaces, dating from Byzantine period to the 18C, that are to be found in this sestiere together with the large 16C quarter of the Ghetto, and the churches and monasteries, which are numerous in this area too.
	www.veniceclick.net /Guide/Cannaregio.htm (406 words)

	Sestiere Di Cannaregio
		Yet it cannot he denied that this is the poorest of the sestieri to the north of the Grand Canal, and that in its general character it may be better compared with the southern sestieri than with either S. Marco or Castello.
		These splendid quays were built of stone in 1589, when this part of Venice was thought to be wonderfully healthy and was much frequented.' Today it is quite deserted by the well-to-do classes, and is delivered over to the poor, but even they do not seem to care for it, and the place is neglected.
		It is true that they forsook this perfection for something more real, more passionate, more disastrous, and that they came to cling closer to mere life in their work than Giorgione, who died at the age of twenty-six, had been able or was prepared to do.
	www.oldandsold.com /articles30/venetia-4.shtml (3262 words)

	THE CITY, Venice Tourist Information and Travel Guide at InfoHub.com
		The historic centre of Venice is made up of 118 islands, most of which began life as a micro-community, each with a parish church or two, and a square for public meetings.
		The sestiere of San Marco is the zone where the majority of the essential sights are clustered, and is accordingly the most expensive and most crowded district of the city.
		So, although in most instances this guide uses the name of a sestiere to indicate broadly which zone of the city we're in, the boundaries of our sections have been chosen for their practicality and do not, except in the case of San Marco, follow the city's official divisions.
	www.infohub.com /destinations/Europe-&-Russia/Italy/Venice/107458.htm (371 words)

	Places to Visit in Venice, Italy (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-10)
		However, this district is home to a few of the most sought after architectural sights in Venice.
		The original grid for the plaza was defined in the 11th century, but it was not until the 15th century and the Renaissance that the actual construction took place.
		Held between the last week in January through the first week of February, its celebration is principally marked by extravagantly costumed and masked parade-goers, theater events, and associated festivities.
	www.canalsofvenice.com /places-attractions.shtml (421 words)

	Vacation in Venice - Apartment Carrozze - holiday accommodation in northern Italy
		In a typical Venetian house, which has been beautifully restored, the apartment is in the delightful San Samuele area of the city, itself in the central 'sestiere' (or area) of San Marco.
		The sestiere of San Marco is the heart of Venice.
		With the exception of San Marco, the squares of Venice are dubbed 'campo' rather than 'piazza', and the city is full of fascinating examples.
	www.knowital.com /veneto/venice/carrozze/apartment2.html (508 words)

	Slow Travel Italy - Where to Stay, Venice
		Venice is shaped like a fish, with the tail in the East and the lips in the West, the head in the North and the belly in the South.
		Dorsoduro is a sprawling sestiere that starts way up by Piazzale Roma, where the cars and buses are, down to where the Grand Canal meets the southern lagoon.
		Venice’s University, Ca’ Foscari, and the Architecture University are in the heart of Dorsoduro.
	www.slowtrav.com /italy/venice/se_sestieri.htm (1955 words)

	Venice Bed & Breakfast - Venice Bed & Breakfasts Inns Hotels Accommodations Lodging Travel
		Venice, Queen of the Adriatic, captivating city of canals and palaces is located in Italy's North, built on 117 small islands and has 150 canals and 409 bridges.
		Venice Rooms is a small bed and breakfast only ten minutes from the historic centre of Venice in quiet residential area.
		We are located a 15 km from Venice, on the Brenta Riviera, in the green heart of the park of a Venetian villa.
	www.ibbp.com /europe/italy/venice.html (716 words)

	Francesca & Co. Travel take you to Venice
		A sestiere of two very different halves, Castello's grander northern and western area was closely linked with the centers of power, while the more working-class eastern districts were home to Venice's most important industries.
		Nearly a third of Venice's population lives at Cannaregio; therefore it's a good place to be visited, in order to see and "live" the city with its rhythms and customs.
		Whether you arrive at Punta della Salute or Piazzale Roma, your visit to this "sestiere" is accompanied by silent canals and the picturesque abodes of wealthy Venetians and foreigners.
	www.francescatravel.com /venezia.htm (1685 words)

	Venice apartments, apartments Venice, cheap Venice apartments
		Castello was one of the earliest parts of Venice to be settled (fifth to sixth centuries).
		It is the north-east of the city and via Piazzale Roma it connects Venice to the mainland.
		All this area has been subject to many demolitions and transformations, starting in 1810 with the demolition of the church and monastery of of Santa Croce, which gave their name to the district.
	www.italian-tourism.com /apartments_venice_districts.htm (426 words)

	Castello (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-10)
		Castello is Venice's largest sestiere, extending from the Rialto to Sant Helena at eastern tip of the city.
		Castello is a sestiere of 2 very different halves, Castello's grander northern and western area which is closely linked with the centres of power of the city, while the districts around and to the east of the Arsenale used to be home to Venice's most important industries.
		We immediately headed for the most eastern part of the city, Sant'Elena, to visit the Church of San Pietro di Castello, which was the main church of Venice, prior to the construction of the Basilia in San Marco.
	www.jerelis.com /id236.html (398 words)

	guide to the Castello district of Venice, Italy
		The Castello district of Venice is one of the oldest parts of the city of Venice.
		The Church of San Pietro di Castello, which was the main church of Venice, prior to the construction of the Basilica in San Marco.
		One of Venice's great artists, his work is featured on an exquisite frieze that is vivid in color, with minutely observd details it provides a historic record of life in Venice.
	www.tours-italy.com /venice/castello_guide.htm (417 words)

	Venice Home (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-10)
		Michael Seewald's Venice series- Master photographer Michael Seewald's Venice series is, according to him, one of his top portfolios in some 30 years of creating.
		Venice Hotels: The Saturnia Hotel Italy- The Saturnia is one of the 4 stars historical hotels in Venice; just 250 meters from St. Marks Square and behind the Fenice Theatre.
		Venice Hotels: Ca' Pisani Design Hotel Italy- The Ca' Pisani is the first design Hotel in Venice, located in a quiet area right next the accademia art gallery.
	www.photo.net /italy/venice (953 words)

	Venice Features \| Fodor's Online Travel Guide
		A Venice institution, the Biennale (as the name suggests) started as an art festival held every two years, but during the century-plus of its existence it's outgrown the name, becoming one of the world's major interdisciplinary art expositions.
		Picasso's work was finally shown in 1948, the same year Peggy Guggenheim brought her collection to Venice at the Biennale's invitation.
		The Giardini della Biennale, located in the Castello sestiere, was developed specifically for the event.
	www.fodors.com /miniguides/mgresults.cfm?destination=venice@163&cur_section=fea&feature=30009 (557 words)

	UNESCO OFFICE IN VENICE: UNESCO
		The UNESCO Office in Venice - UNESCO Regional Bureau for Science and Culture in Europe (BRESCE) focuses its action in SCIENCE and CULTURE on Member States of South-East Europe as a priority, and develops initiatives in favour of Central Europe and the Mediterranean basin in close consultation with the other UNESCO offices concerned.
		Its programmes seek to build human and institutional capacities in the basic and engineering sciences, foster collaborative research in the field of the environment, especially in ecological and water sciences, contribute to the protection of cultural heritage, and promote cultural diversity and intercultural dialogue.
		Venice is mostly likely to be affected by high waters during autumn and winter.
	portal.unesco.org /en/ev.php-URL_ID=1314&URL_DO=DO_TOPIC&URL_SECTION=201.html (331 words)

	Venice - rent a flat
		We propose in Venice, flats situaded in the magical atmosphere of the historical center of this incredible city, available for rent weekly or by reservation.
		appartamenti in zona Giardini, si trovano inseriti nel sestiere di Castello.
		Questo sestiere si sviluppa nell'isola di S.Pietro che è sede già in epoca tardo-romana di una fortezza o "castello" da cui poi prenderà il nome il sestiere.
	www.venetianholidays.it (514 words)

	Venice : Planning a Trip : City Layout \| Frommers.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-10)
		The "Lagoon" comprises everything, from the city to the mud flats to the fish farms to the dozens of abandoned or uninhabited islets.
		Venice lies 4km (2 1/2 miles) from terra firma, connected to the mainland burg of Mestre by the Ponte della Libertà, which leads to Piazzale Roma.
		In a pinch, its host of inexpensive hotels are worth consideration when Venice's hotels are full, but that's about all.
	www.frommers.com /destinations/venice/0067024195.html (687 words)

	Casa Mimma - Venice, Italy
		Casa Mimma is located in the heart of Santa Croce Sestiere, a characteristic Venetian quarter, just a short distance from the train station and Piazzale Roma.
		The rooms, bright and comfortable, are furnished in a typical Venetian style with the greatest attention to detail and include amenities such as air conditioning, satellite TV, a hairdryer, safe, and telephone.
		We will be glad also to show you the best itineraries to discover not only all the famous places, but also the ‘other Venice’, to experience the city in all its wonders off the beaten track in areas unfamiliar to most tourists.
	www.hostelz.com /hotel/32655-Casa-Mimma (517 words)

	Carnival of Venice 2007 - Venice Carnival 2007 - Carneval de Venise 2007: Santa Croce
		Between the 8th and 9th century this sestiere was composed of a group of small islands emerging from the northern lagoon in a 'fan' shape near the Grand Canal.
		The sestiere developed slowly in the following centuries from the margin of the Grand Canal in the south and towards west, with the drainage of its middle section.
		Today the sestiere lives mainly on tourist traffic crossing this area from Rialto to Piazzale Roma and the train station.
	www.carnivalofvenice.com /sestieri.asp?id=5 (204 words)

	Discount Hotels Venice, Italy - Featured Hotels
		The Hotel Al Graspo De Ua is first class hotel, located in the historic center of Venice, next to the famed "Rialto's Bridge", immortalized by Shakespeare in the play "The Merchant of Venice"....
		Venice Is A City Of Landmarks The Grand Canal, TheDogeS Palace, St....
		The Hotel Carlton and Grand Canal, an ideal oasis for an unforgettable Venice experience, is a deluxe hotel situated eight kilometers from the Venice Marco Polo Airport....
	www.featuredhotels.com /italy/venice (2316 words)

	3StarsHotel Group - Venezia Mestre - Sestiere of Cannareggio in Venice
		Sestiere of Cannaregio, it leave western north of Venice, extends from the Canal Grande until the Lagoon.
		In one of the more characteristic and silent fields Venice, Field of the Abbey, we find the Church of the Abbey of the Misericordia with to flank the Old School of the Misericordia.
		It probably was founded towards the half of XII the century, from a small group of friars of the Order of the coming from Crociferi from Rome, that it carried out to Venice highly useful a social function in the field of the attendance to the sick ones and the hospitality to the pilgrims.
	www.venezia-hotel.it /porto/3stars_venezia_percorsi_cannareggio.htm (1815 words)

	Venice weekend itineraries - Venice Ca' d'Oro - Venice Palazzo Ducale - Venice Rialto Bridge - Venice Peggy Guggenheim ...
		The eastern part of the sestiere, which is old and typically Venetian, is very important for trade as it connects Venice to the mainland.
		We are now in the San Polo sestiere, that is surrounded by the wide circle of the Grand Canal: this is one of the smaller sestieri in Venice, but it is also the liveliest in the city: Rialto.
		This sestiere became the favorite area for foreign residents and artists from all over the world who came to the lagoon city for inspiration, starting from the 19th century.
	veniceworld.com /venice_guide_itineraries_weekend.htm (1288 words)

	Ca' Arzere - Bed & Breakfast - Dorsoduro - Venice
		The Bed and Breakfast Ca' Arzere is situated in the historical centre of Venice near the Railway Station and Piazzale Roma,
		Venice Tronchetto Parking also open all day and night.
		Once arrived at the Marco Polo Airport of Venice-Tessera, take the bus No. 5 to Piazzale Roma (journey time is 25 minutes), or take the ACTVO bus which will lead you directly at Piazzale Roma in Venice Terminal (journey time is 15 minutes).
	www.veniceby.com /carzere/pages/reach.htm (229 words)

	Churches- Venice, Italy - VirtualTourist.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-10)
		Renaissance architecs had applied themselves to the difficult task of adapting the facade of a single-volume building, that is the ancient temple, to the nave-and-aisles plan of Christian churches.
		The imposing church of San Pietro, with its characteristic slightly leaning bell tower (built by Codussi in 1482), was the Cathedral of Venice from its origins in eighth century.
		The church of Santissimo Redentore, situated on the island of Giudecca, was built in 1577 by Andrea Palladio and finished by Antonio da Ponte in 1592.
	www.virtualtourist.com /travel/Europe/Italy/Veneto/Venice-140867/Things_To_Do-Venice-Churches-R-10.html (640 words)

	Starhotels Splendid Suisse in Venice, Italy
		The Starhotels Splendid Suisse in Venice is a luxury hotel located 30 minutes from the airport.
		Situated in the heart of historic Venice, the hotel is a short distance to San Marco Square and the Rialto Bridge.
		A splendid rooftop terrace overlooks the Serenissima Center and Venice city rooftops.
	www.hotel-rates.com /italy/venice/starhotels-splendid-suisse.html (448 words)

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