Exploring the luxurious Aman Venice resort - CNA Luxury

Much of this is seen in Aman Venice itself. It is after all, one of only eight such palazzos found in the city. “The hotel reveals masterpieces of craftsmanship at every turn,” said Garavaglia. “Even the smallest details of the palazzo can unlock human stories from across the centuries.”

Guests are greeted with soaring ceilings adorned with gilded mouldings, and grand chandeliers made of Murano glass, while many rooms boast historic silk wall coverings, traditional terrazzo flooring, and intricately carved fireplaces.

“It’s easy to walk past the lantern in the lobby without a second thought,” he remarked. “But those who take the time to find out will discover that this artefact is a survivor of the Battle of Lepanto in 1571, the largest-scale naval conflict in history, when it stood on the deck of Admiral Coccina’s warship. He kept it as a memento, and brought it home to his palazzo, where it stands today.”

IS OVERTOURISM CAUSING VENICE’S SPIRITUAL DEATH?

Such historical charms have captivated travellers for decades, so much so that the floating city heaves under the weight of overtourism. As of 2019, Venice, a city with a resident population of just over 50,000, welcomed a staggering 30 million visitors annually, according to data from Statista. During the popular masked festival of Carnaval alone, some 193,000 tourists flooded the historical centre.

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