Archive for 'Architectural Gems'

Venice is well-known for her canals but the buildings that sit atop the man-made piles and islands are also one of her most precious gems.

If you're looking for a slightly different way to experience the city, why not follow this quick and easy itinerary of just five of the many buildings you need to see if you ever find yourself in Venice?

While you're at it, find a luxury villa near Venice to do the trip in true style.

Located in the stunning Piazza Castello in the historic centre of Turin, Italy, the Teatro Regio is both a beautiful building, worth visiting for its architecture alone, and home to a prominent opera company.

Operas were held in multiple venues across the city up until the 18th century, when it was decided to build a dedicated opera house for Turin. Planning for the building began in the first quarter of the century under the architect Juvarra but work was not actually begun until after his death. The inauguration was in 1740 after just two years of building.