Lacework is also another prized traditional craft dating back to 15thC, branching out from the mending of fishing nets by the women and becoming popular during fashionable 'ruff' periods of the 16thC . Richard III of England was said to have a 'triumph of laces from the Venice lagoon' about his neck at his coronation. Reachable by a 40min Vaporetti ride the many restaurants and beautiful buildings are also a good reason to go.