Venice's main attraction is that the city literally floats on water. Looking at its history, you realize the city is astonishing and unique.
Venice is a unique Italian city that attracts millions of tourists every year. The "Queen of the Seas" inspires imagination through paintings, writers' descriptions, and films. Ancient architecture, stone-paved streets, scenic island labyrinths, and famous canals fascinate visitors.
Seven million tourists visit annually. The city is built on 118 islands separated by 150 canals and connected by nearly 400 bridges.
Exiting Santa Lucia station, you face the Grand Canal. The Rialto Bridge is one of the most photographed spots. Seven thousand people cross it daily.
Venice is built on wooden piles - over a million piles. The Rialto Bridge required more than 30,000 piles. Construction never ends.
The gondolier profession is inherited. A half-hour ride costs 20 euros per person.
St. Mark's Square features St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, and the Campanile. Feeding pigeons is forbidden, with fines up to 500 euros.
Venice sinks 4-5 millimeters annually. The MOSE system has been built but is still being tested. The best time to visit is March to November.
