It would take some getting used to, to have the streets made of water. It could be disastrous to run out of the house and forget that it wasn’t terra firma.
I found that when I went in the opposite direction from the crowds it didn’t take long to find quiet scenes like this. I think that’s a big reason why I like Venice so much!
Such an interesting picture-maybe the gondola is full of things because it belongs to the local delivery guy who just went up to deliver a basket of cheese and crusty bread with chilled wine and a bouquet of flowers and he’s coming right back down. All the comments sparked my imagination.Anyway you captured a quaint little setting that we don’t ever get to see here. So, thanks for the treat.
You’re right about Venice being crowded! But people seem to stay in the main areas, and I went a few blocks in the other direction to find scenes like this. It becomes a new adventure… :)
The wonderful thing is, even if that signor were all on his own in his apartment he would never have to feel lonely. That’s what I love about Italy! Gorgeous post Meg! Jx
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It would take some getting used to, to have the streets made of water. It could be disastrous to run out of the house and forget that it wasn’t terra firma.
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That’s a good point – if I lived there I’d keep life preservers and rafts by every door just in case!
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If that was my everyday view out the window, I wouldn’t get anything done. Nice photo.
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I wonder if you ever get used to that view. That’s hard to imagine though… :)
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It’s incredible how your photos so perfectly depict different themes. I love this photo! :)
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Thank you! I’m so happy that I found a picture that seemed to fit the theme, especially since I don’t usually take photos of people… :)
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Well done! Solitary in such a vibrant and busy city is not an easy task….
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I found that when I went in the opposite direction from the crowds it didn’t take long to find quiet scenes like this. I think that’s a big reason why I like Venice so much!
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:)
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That’s interesting how all those items are just left in the gondola.
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I noticed that too! And there are lots of things in the gondola :)
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Great choice for Solitary!
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Thank you – I was so happy to find a scene like this in busy Venice!
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ou know this photo looks so inviting but it got me to wondering. Is the canal polluted? You never see anyone swimming.
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I think people aren’t supposed to go in the water. The canals are for gondolas and other boats!
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A quiet moment made extraordinary by one unexpected element – water instead of paving stones. So memorable.
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That’s a wonderful way of expressing a unique feature of Venice! And it’s something that makes it so unforgettable… :)
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Ah, I like the feel of this one.
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I’ve always found Venice to be a very unique and photogenic place…. :)
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What an appealing solitary! The colors are beautiful. And wasn’t it great to capture the photo with the man in the window just looking out!
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I wandered away from the crowd and kept walking! It became much quieter and then I saw this scene. It’s something I’ll always remember… :)
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Such an interesting picture-maybe the gondola is full of things because it belongs to the local delivery guy who just went up to deliver a basket of cheese and crusty bread with chilled wine and a bouquet of flowers and he’s coming right back down. All the comments sparked my imagination.Anyway you captured a quaint little setting that we don’t ever get to see here. So, thanks for the treat.
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You’re welcome Sharon! And I like your possibilities about the gondola – it’s fun to imagine what it might mean!
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How beautiful. Venice is one of the place I want to visit.
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Venice is a wonderful place to visit. I hope you get to go there!
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I think of Venice as being always busy and full of people, so this is a surprising shot to me. Great idea for ‘solitary’.
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You’re right about Venice being crowded! But people seem to stay in the main areas, and I went a few blocks in the other direction to find scenes like this. It becomes a new adventure… :)
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what a lovely photo, such a pretty place.
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Thank you – and I think Venice is a really wonderful place too… :)
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Venice is beautiful from any angle. Love the simplicity of this shot.
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You’re right that Venice is very picturesque. There’s beauty everywhere you look!
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Are there better photo opportunities anywhere than in La Serenissima? Lovely and thought-provoking!
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Venice is simply enchanting and full of gorgeous views! And thank you – I’m so glad you liked the picture :)
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you guys with the photo challenges are are inspiring my participation – I like the fact this is a within solitary rather than a without
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That’s great – I’d like to see the photos you’d choose for these themes. I’m new to the photo challenges too, and it’s been fun!
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That’s a good one! I guess everyone has waterfront property. :)
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Water is most definitely a big part of everyday life in Venice!
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I think you did a great job with this week’s word! I love the photo and could look at it for quite a while.
Thanks also for visiting my blog and giving me an excuse to meet you.
Nancy
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Thank you Nancy! And I enjoyed visiting your blog very much. Nice to meet you :)
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Venice is such a beautiful place :)
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I think so too – it’s a fantastic place for walking and admiring the scenery!
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Great.
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Thanks, I appreciate it!
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Venice is my very favourite city. Love this photo for the theme. :)
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It’s a gorgeous city and one of my favorite places too! And thanks… :)
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I have always wanted to go there. Great pic.
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It’s a fantastic place to go, and I hope you get to see it sometime!
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The wonderful thing is, even if that signor were all on his own in his apartment he would never have to feel lonely. That’s what I love about Italy! Gorgeous post Meg! Jx
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I think that’s a wonderful thing about Italy too – you don’t have to feel alone there. And thanks!
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As there hasn’t been a new WordPress Weekly Photo Challenge so far this week, perhaps you’d like to join in the Weekly Travel Theme http://wheresmybackpack.com/2012/09/28/travel-theme-foliage/ xxx Ailsa
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Great idea! I’m working on one for this week’s travel theme now :)
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Beautiful! Such a great feeling!
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It must be wonderful to be able to look at that scene!
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