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Pope Francis arrives in St. Mark's Square to celebrate a mass in Venice, April 28, 2024

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The pontiff also voiced concerns about the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza and expressed concerns about the welfare of Rohingya, thousands of whom have fled a bloody military crackdown in Myanmar.

29/04/2024

Pope Francis is greeted by Gondoliers upon his arrival in Venice, Italy

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Pope greets artists and inmates at Venice Biennale

The Pontiff travelled to Venice to see the Holy See’s pavilion for this year’s Venice Biennale. It’s a first for a pope, and has given the 60th edition of the world’s longest running international art exhibit reason.

28/04/2024

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Protests in Venice following €5 tourist entry fee

The fee was introduced yesterday for daytime visitors to tackle overtourism in the city.

26/04/2024

Venice will introduce a tourist tax on peak weekends in 2024.

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Venice entry fee: Here's when and how much you'll have to pay in 2024

Venice has rolled out a tourism tax to try to stop overcowding on peak weekends.

25/04/2024

A porter carries tourists luggages outside the main train station in Venice, Italy, Wednesday 24 April 2024

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Venice fines tourists who don’t pay city entrance fee

But some locals aren’t convinced the entry fee or the associated fines will have any positive impact on local residents.

25/04/2024

Cosmic Garden , 2024 Installation view at Salone Verde – Art & social club Biennale Arte 2024

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Venice Biennale: Our picks of the must-see pavilions and exhibitions

The 60th edition of the event turns the spotlight on the global south and historically marginalised artists.

24/04/2024

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Protests and strikes: Why has Europe fallen out of love with tourism?

Overtourism is putting pressure on health services, waste management, water supplies and housing at the expense of residents.

23/04/2024

Manal AlDowayan, Shifting Sands: A Battle Song, 2024. Multimedia installation, Tussar silk, ink, acrylic paint. Dimensions variable. Sound, multichannel, 30’48”.

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Middle East pavilions at Venice Biennale challenge myths about women

Saudi Arabia and Lebanon's installations at the Venice Biennale seek to redress the balance by questioning masculine views and Western myths surrounding the portrayal of women in Middle Eastern societies.

22/04/2024

A file image of the installation 'Takapau' by artists Mataaho Collective at the 60th Biennale of Arts exhibition in Venice, Italy, Tuesday, April 16, 2024.

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Indigenous artists scoop Venice Biennale’s Golden Lions

Archie Moore won best national pavilion for Australia, and a group of four Māori women awarded the Best Participant Golden Lion at the world's oldest and most prestigious art exhibition.

21/04/2024

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Venice Biennale titled 'Foreigners Everywhere' gives voice to outsiders

Outsider, queer and Indigenous artists are getting an overdue platform at the 60th Venice Biennale contemporary art exhibition that opened Saturday.

20/04/2024

The 60th International Art Exhibition takes place from 20 April to 24 November 2024

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Venice Biennale 2024 grapples with geographic and national identities

At the heart of several national pavilion exhibitions is the complex and often controversial concept of nationality and belonging.

19/04/2024

Marcel Duchamp, Prière de Toucher, 1947, Modified readymade: foam rubber breast on velvet mounted paper, 10 cm diameter

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Venice Biennale show dedicated to the history of breasts in art

The show reflects on a range of themes including motherhood, empowerment, sexuality, body image and illness.

18/04/2024

The protesters say they want a different vision for the city which doesn’t put tourism front and centre.

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‘Venice is not a museum’: Activists slam new day-tripper fee

The protesters say they want a different vision for the city which doesn’t put tourism front and centre.

10/04/2024

From the end of April 2024, visitors must pay an entry fee.

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Venice day trippers face steep fines if they don’t pay new entry fee

From the end of April 2024, visitors must pay an entry fee.

05/04/2024

For a significantly more affordable holiday that’s a bit more down to earth, head to the island of Procida off the coast of Naples.

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Why destination dupes might be 2024’s biggest travel trend

You might not see iconic monuments or famed museums, but the experience promises to be more relaxing and surprising.

26/02/2024

Dozens of tourist hotspots around the world now charge for entry. Here’s how some have been spending the millions they receive in revenue.

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Nature, restoration, residents: What are tourist taxes used for?

Dozens of tourist hotspots around the world now charge for entry. Here’s how some have been spending the millions they receive in revenue.

21/02/2024

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Europe’s crowded cities are getting creative to curb overtourism

From Venice to Amsterdam, bus bans and TikTok influencers are helping reduce tourist numbers.

16/02/2024

In this file photo, a cruise ship passes by St. Mark's Square filled with tourists, in Venice, Italy

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Italy, Croatia: The cities set to see an influx of cruise ships

Here are the historical cities where cruise passengers may find themselves instead of Venice this year.

14/02/2024

Tourists tour the Grand Canal on traditional Gondola Venetian boats, in Venice, Italy

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Venice puts further limits on tourists to protect the city

The iconic Italian city will restrict tour group sizes as part of its mission to regulate huge crowds and improve local life.

31/12/2023

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Students transform ancient Uzbek heritage into modern marvel at Venice Architecture Biennale

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As the curtain was about to fall once more on the 18th Venice Architecture Biennale, university students behind one of the main pavilions had the chance to see their creations in plain view.

13/12/2023

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