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5 Reasons To Visit Colourful Burano In Italy! 🇮🇹
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Picturesque Burano is known for its brightly coloured fishermen’s houses, and its casual eateries serving seafood from the lagoon.
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It’s also home to Italy’s best gelato...
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...for as low as €1! My favourite is the pineapple pins colada from Sall Di Luca Rossi & C. Snc 🍦
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Every window in Burano is as unique as the colour of its house.
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Ancient legend says that Italian fishermen were the first to paint their houses in the rainbow of colours we see today.
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According to the story, the bright hues allowed them to see their homes from long distances while fishing.
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And upon returning home at night, in rain or during heavy snow storms. Now, residents must notify the local government before repainting their homes.
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This is also where the art of lace making took off! The Lace Museum in Burano offers regular tours, history lessons and guided workshops.
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