The Rialto Bridge (Ponte di Rialto) in Venice connects the districts (sestieri) of San Polo and San Marco and is one of the oldest bridge structures in the city of Venice. The bridge crosses the Grand Canal at this point with a span of 48 meters, a width of 22 meters and a clearance height of 7.50 meters. Among other things, the Rialto Bridge is one of the most famous structures in the city of Venice. The foundations of the bridge consist of 12,000 oak piles driven into the ground.
The beautiful Venetian old town consists of a total of 118 small islands and is famous for its rich art and architecture, which have attracted numerous tourists since the 18th century. Venice is home to some of Italy's most famous landmarks, such as St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace around St. Mark's Square. In the middle of Venice and right on the Grand Canal, you can explore the city in a very special way - on a gondola ride.
The famous gondola is a traditional flat-bottomed rowing boat, perfect for the conditions of the Venetian lagoon. Usually, the gondolas are steered by a gondolier with a long oar - sometimes accompanied by cheerful singing. The asymmetrical shape of the boats may seem unbalanced, but it allows the gondola to glide smoothly over the water. Today, Venetian gondolas are the symbol of the city, embodying history, tradition and romance.
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