Sunset looking across the Venice lagoon towards the domes of the Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute, with the palace of the Doge at the far right of the picture. Los Alamos residents Bill Priedhorsky, Melissa Bartlett, and son Peter are visiting Italy for the cultural sights (crowded Florence, underrated Bologna, and famous Venice), then a weeklong walking tour south of Rome. Art is to be found everywhere, and the food great. Even the snack stand at the train station has outstanding pastries. Photo by Bill Priedhorsky