Monday, 17 June 2013

Protecting Venice and its lagoon – a UNESCO World Heritage Centre

 
Rialto Bridge crossing the Grand Canal in Venice
Every four years or so, text messages, church bells and sirens alert the Venetians to what they call an “Aqua Alta” or the imminent arrival of an exceptionally high tide. These are high waters of more than 140 cm, which cover around...Protecting Venice and its lagoon – a UNESCO World Heritage Centre

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