Today we're floating through the canals of Venice to unveil the magnificent history of The Gritti Palace. Discover how this stunning 15th-century palazzo, once the private residence of a Venetian Doge, was transformed into an unparalleled luxury hotel, becoming a cherished haven and muse for literary giants from Ernest Hemingway to Somerset Maugham - spoiler alert, ghosts, writers and Venetian doges all feature!
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- Show
- FrequencyUpdated weekly
- Published8 September 2025 at 23:00 UTC
- Length30 min
- Season1
- Episode2
- RatingClean