Long
ago, the fishermen of the island of Burano decided to paint their houses with
bright colors so that while coming back home they can easily distinguish them
through thick fog. The result is a cheery rainbow-colored town bursting with
charm, culture and history.
Though located in the same lagoon as Venice, Burano has
kept its quiet bucolic atmosphere for centuries. An old fishing town, its
fishing traditions date back to ancient Roman times. The colors of the houses
have been with the resident families for centuries, and if they want to
repaint, they need to write the government for a list of colors they’re allowed
to use.
Burano is also famous for its lace-making, praised even
by King Louis XIV and Leonardo Da Vinci. Though lace-makers have significantly
declined through the years, visitors to Burano can still find women sitting
outside shops stitching intricate fabric.
Look at these colorful pictures:
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