Venice has been known as the La Dominante, Serenissima, Queen of the Adriatic, City of Water, City of Masks, City of Bridges, The Floating City, and City of Canals.
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Venice is widely known as the “Floating City”, as its buildings seem to be rising straight from the water.
Venice has been known as La Dominante, La Serenissima, Queen of the Adriatic, City of Water, City of Masks, City of Bridges, The Floating City, and City of Canals.
However, as of August 2023 – Venice is currently experiencing flooding earlier than it usually would, leaving tourists left to wander around famous landmarks such as Saint Mark's Square with water halfway up to their knees.
Chia Coast, Southern SardiniaOn the very southern end of Sardinia, Italy's second largest island, the Chia coast is comprised of an undulating nine miles of wide, sugar-sand beaches, lofty dunes, and shallow, clear waters that stretch for dozens of meters into the sea.
The village of Curon was lost to the waters in 1950 when authorities decided to build a dam and merge two nearby lakes - despite the objections of its residents. More than 160 homes were submerged, and Curon's population displaced - although some decided to remain in the new village created nearby.
Venice, known also as the “City of Canals,” “The Floating City,” and “Serenissima,” is arguably one of Italy's most picturesque cities. With its winding canals, striking architecture, and beautiful bridges, Venice is a popular destination for travel.
When we say "driving in Venice", what we really mean is "driving around Venice" because there are no cars allowed in the city at all. With an intricate network of canals, there's no room for passenger cars, so park your car and do all of your sightseeing in downtown Venice on foot.