Dorsoduro is the university district of Venice. The streets surrounding Plaza de Santa Margarita are lined with unassuming restaurants, independent shops, and vintage clothing boutiques.

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Barbara P.

February 2, 2020

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For me one of the most beautiful parts of Venice. Away from the tourists with great shops and small cafes. At the top is the Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute. I could sit here for hours watching Venice, the lagoon and the Grand Canal.

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Les Guilvinistes

October 5, 2019

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The Sestiere Dorsoduro ("hard back") takes its name from the solid ground on which the quarter is built. The western part was once a quarter of fishermen and sailors. Even …

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