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Quick facts
- Venice is made up of 118 islands, connected by over 400 bridges and separated by approximately 150 canals.
- The Grand Canal, which is the main waterway of Venice, stretches approximately 3.8 kilometers (2.4 miles) and is lined with 170 historical buildings.
- The iconic Rialto Bridge, completed in 1591, is the oldest of the four bridges spanning the Grand Canal and was built from Istrian stone.
- Each year, the city hosts the Venice Carnival, which dates back to the 11th century and features elaborate masks and costumes worn by thousands of participants.
- Venice's St. Mark's Basilica, known for its stunning mosaics, contains over 8,000 square meters of gold mosaics, many of which depict biblical scenes.
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- Country
- Italy
- Coordinates
- 45.4408, 12.3155
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