Today I will be walking you through the fascinating history of Venice.
Venice is a city in Italy comprised of 118 small islands. Venice is a beautiful city in which the cities and towns are connected by water. Because of this the people travel by boat. These boats are called Gondolas. They have flat bottoms that can sit up to 8 people if it is large enough. The people that drive these boats are called Gondoliers, they are like a taxi driver.
Venice is also known for its art and architecture. Venetian Gothic architecture is one of the main attractions in Venice. It is known for its vast arches and high ceilings. The art in Venice is also very famous, like the Assumption of the Virgin, The Last Supper, Paradise, and The Great Canal. This was not the only type of art that was popular in Venice, but music was as well. Music was always playing in the streets.
Another unique thing about Venice is the Carnival festival that the people have held since the 12th century. What is so uncommon about Carnival is that the people who go there wore antique masques, and there is even a contest about which mask is the most beautiful.
To this day Venice is a popular tourist location and has a very rich history.
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