San Lazzaro degli Armeni
Originally a leper colony, this island in the Venetian Lagoon is now an Armenian monastery with a manuscript library and museum.

πŸ“œ Historic island in Venetian Lagoon, home to an Armenian monastery and cultural center.
πŸ” Features a vast manuscript library and eclectic museum.

Why Go

πŸ“š Explore one of the world's largest Armenian manuscript collections
πŸ›οΈ Discover unique Oriental and Egyptian artifacts, including a mummy
🌸 Taste rare rose petal jam made by monks (seasonal)
πŸšΆβ€β™‚οΈ Visit a place spared by Napoleon for its academic importance

Why Avoid

⚠️ Limited winter tours, check schedule beforehand

Tips

🚒 Vaporetto leaves from San Zaccaria, near Saint Mark's Square.

Hours

πŸ•’ Winter: one tour daily, vaporetto around 3 p.m.; check schedule.

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