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Winter Sunrise on the Grand Canal
Venice, Sunrise, Serenity John Wright Venice, Sunrise, Serenity John Wright

Winter Sunrise on the Grand Canal

There are moments in Venice that feel as if time itself has taken a breath. This photograph, taken from the crest of the Rialto Bridge, captures one of those rare instances — just after sunrise on a winter morning, when the Grand Canal lies in near-perfect stillness and the city is momentarily yours alone.

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San Michele
Cities, Minimalism, Venice John Wright Cities, Minimalism, Venice John Wright

San Michele

San Michele in Venice is a small island in the Venetian Lagoon, just a short ferry ride from the bustling city of Venice. It is home to a quiet cemetery, where the final resting place of many famous figures can be found.

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