Murano is not just a stopover, but a world in itself. This guide takes you beyond the traditional tourist route to discover the island through its walking tours, history and glassmaking traditions, as well as its glassworks, studios, showrooms and shops.

A thought-provoking itinerary through calli and canals, together with an atlas of glassmaking techniques – from glassblowing and lampworking to murrine and engraving – to help you understand a glass object rather than simply admire its appearance. Behind every piece lies a choreography of hands, fire, time and split-second decisions made before roaring furnaces.

A guide for curious travellers, professionals, art and craft enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to discover an authentic Murano beyond the shop windows and the usual tourist circuit.