Burano is a small island at the northern end of the Venetian lagoon. Famous for its colourful houses, Burano is often hailed as one of the prettiest towns in Italy. With fewer tourist crowds and a more authentic feel, this historic fishing village offers a glimpse of Venice’s other side of life.
Burano is home to only 2,000 full-time residents, with tourism as its primary industry. Every day, hundreds of day-trippers come to the island from Venice to marvel at its colourful houses and picturesque canals.
Compared to the other islands of Venice, Burano is much quieter and has a more laid-back feel. And although it can get crowded on a busy summer day, it is not as busy as Venice, so if you want to experience the canals in a more relaxed setting, Burano is a great place to visit.
Due to the Roman remains discovered on Burano, it is believed that the Romans first settled on the island. During the 6th century, the island was permanently inhabited by people fleeing from hostile invaders on the mainland.
Even though the nearby island of Torcello is politically more important, it was abandoned around the 16th century in favour of Burano, mainly due to the high demand for its lace. The women of Burano are known to produce lace by hand, and although the island’s lacemaking industry waned around the 18th century, they eventually revived it and is still present nowadays.
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