Murano Magic: Capturing the Soul of the Venetian Lagoon

The island of Murano in the Venetian lagoon has ranked as the world’s finest center for glassmaking since the thirteenth century. Still today, because of the refined glassmaking techniques, Murano is renowned all over the world.

Originally located in the historic center of Venice, the glassmakers were forced to move to Murano in the thirteenth century to prevent fires to the mostly wooden Venetian structures. The artisans were not allowed to leave the Venetian republic, and were elevated to special prominence.

“Determined to capture the true nature of the city and its people, the author offers solid travel advice and deeper insight into the people who make Venice special behind the scenes, and the hidden treasures that you wouldn’t be likely to discover without a dedicated guide.

As an avid traveler and someone who has visited Venice, I was absolutely delighted with this guidebook from cover to cover. Initially, the thing that made the biggest impression was the passion and positivity with which author Margie Miklas writes, as every page is an eloquent celebration of quintessential Italian culture, but also homing in on the details that make Venice truly unique. The section featuring the glassmakers of Murano was especially interesting to me as that was my favorite place when I visited, and I learned so much more from Margie’s guide than I did from my own trip there.

I would definitely want this book with me if I were to visit again. I’d certainly recommend The Venice I Know to anyone wishing to learn more, but also to those who want a charming escape with a highly descriptive and enthusiastic writer as their guide.”