Italy’s Brightest Gem

A lace-making village called Burano that looks like a painter’s dream

Burano Island - Shutterstock

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Just a short boat ride from Venice lies a world of colour and calm. Burano’s vividly painted houses reflect in peaceful canals, making every corner look like a postcard. While Venice buzzes with crowds, Burano offers a slower rhythm—perfect for those who want to wander, watch the fishermen, or enjoy a quiet meal beside the water.

But Burano is more than just a pretty face. It’s also famous for its centuries-old lace-making traditions, still practised by local women in quiet workshops and family-run boutiques. Here, every thread tells a story, and every visitor leaves with one too.

Have you explored the colourful streets of Burano yet?

In today’s email: 

• Italy’s Brightest Gem: Burano, Italy’s island of colour and lace, has inspired generations of artists. It’s the birthplace of composer Baldassare Galuppi, sculptor Remigio Barbaro, and musician Pino Donaggio—and the creative spark behind the unique Arte Buranella style. Burano is not to be missed:

  • Burano Canals and Rainbow Houses

  • Lace Museum (Museo del Merletto)

  • Piazza Baldassarre Galuppi

  • Church of San Martino

  • Galuppi Restaurant Strip

  • Tre Ponti (Three Bridges Viewpoint)

  • Local Lace Workshops

  • Burano’s Biscotti and Pastries

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