◯ Home page of the Venice tourist-office :
https://www.visitvenezia.eu/en
📌 Location : VENICE - ITALY
Date recorded: Octobre 2:30 PM saturday
Weather: ⛅ 23 °C | 73.4 °F 🌡
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Venice, the magical capital of the Veneto region in northern Italy, is built on more than 100 small islands in a stunning Adriatic lagoon. Renowned worldwide for having no roads, Venice relies entirely on its intricate network of canals as streets, with the majestic Grand Canal winding through the city in a graceful “S” shape. Lined with Gothic and Renaissance palaces, historic churches, and elegant buildings, Venice reflects centuries of culture, wealth, and artistic heritage.
At the heart of the city is Piazza San Marco, one of the most famous squares in the world. Here stands the magnificent St. Mark’s Basilica, adorned with dazzling Byzantine mosaics, and the towering St. Mark’s Campanile, offering breathtaking views over Venice’s red rooftops, sparkling canals, and charming bridges. The city’s iconic gondolas, symbols of romance and tradition, glide gracefully through the waterways, creating unforgettable scenes that have inspired artists, writers, and travelers for centuries.
Venice Carnival, celebrated every year before Lent, is one of the most famous cultural festivals in the world. Tourists from every corner of the globe come to admire the intricate masks, luxurious costumes, vibrant parades, and magical celebrations that turn the city into a living masterpiece. Venice is truly a city of wonder, history, and beauty.
Despite its enchanting charm, Venice faces serious challenges from rising sea levels and the gradual sinking of its islands. Seasonal floods, called Acqua Alta, have long affected the city, and the ambitious MOSE Project, a system of mobile flood barriers, was designed to protect Venice and preserve its historical treasures for future generations.
A Brief History: Venice traces its origins to the late Roman Empire when people sought refuge on the islands of the lagoon to escape invasions. According to tradition, the city was founded around 421 AD on Rialto Island, which became its commercial and political center. Venice grew into a powerful maritime republic, dominating Mediterranean trade for centuries. In 1797, it was conquered by Napoleon Bonaparte, and after his fall, Venice was ceded to Austria during the Congress of Vienna in 1815.
Venice is more than a city—it is a living museum, a romantic dream, and a timeless masterpiece. Its enchanting canals, historic bridges, magnificent architecture, and unique atmosphere make it one of the world’s most extraordinary destinations, captivating millions of visitors every year.
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0:00:00 Intro
0:03:41 Constitution Bridge
0:05:58 Statue of Pietro Paleocapa
0:06:10 Hotel Palazzetto Madonna
0:07:11 Campo San Tomà
0:08:32 Museum shop of Venetian carnival masks
0:10:35 Grand Canal
0:10:57 Italian lunch
0:12:28 Rialto Bridge
0:15:59 Carlo Osvaldo Goldoni Statue
0:23:25 Saint Mark's Basilica
0:24:13 Saint Mark's Clock Tower
0:27:39 Piazza San Marco
0:29:50 Casino of Venice
0:30:25 San Stae Church
0:31:26 Boat ride on the canals of Venice
1:12:03 The hospital of Venice
1:12:51 Church of San Nicolò da Tolentino
1:21:20 San Pant Church
1:27:33 The End
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