In fact, the Grand Canal is more than twice as deep as the others, measuring to a depth of just over 16 feet deep. It's expected that this waterway would be deeper due to its increased traffic and the fact that it's a main route, not unlike the Canale della Giudecca, which serves as a separation channel between Venice and the mainland, and reaches a depth of 30 to 55 feet. Of course, these depths are also subject to change with the tides as much of the world saw with the recent flooding in Venice and also change according to the season and time of year.
Annual maintenance on the canals has an effect as well, thus altering the water levels depending on the area of the work being done. Originally from New York, Katie is used to a fast-paced lifestyle. She got her personal start with writing in the second grade, and carried that passion with her until she won a spot in her high school's published poetry book - but not before becoming the News Editor and columnist for the high school newspaper.
In college, she majored in English Literature with an emphasis in Political Science, soaking up most creativity and method from one of the last professors to study under famed beat poet Allen Ginsberg. The more she wrote, the more she learned about the world and, more importantly, herself. She has been writing professionally and has been published since the age of 19, and for nearly a decade has covered topics in entertainment, lifestyle, music news, video game reviews, food culture, and now has the privilege of writing and editing for TheTravel.
Katie has a firm belief that every word penned is a journey into yourself and your own thoughts, and through understanding this, people can begin to understand each other. Through her voice, she brings personality, research, and a bit of friendly sarcasm to every piece she writes and edits. By Katie Machado Published Sep 03, These motorised vehicles create much more disruption and turbulence in the water than their rowed counterparts. This water disruption is leading to increased rates of erosion on the already aging buildings.
Today Venice faces a lot of problems, from erosion to rising sea levels, the city is working hard to ensure it stays for years to come. Why was Venice built on water? The city of Venice is famous around the world. Though it has wonderful food, great local artisans and beautiful architecture, it is most famous for being built on water.
So exactly why, and how, was this floating city built? A history of fear In the 5th century, people fled their homes to avoid barbarian conquerors. The sinking city Some people have suggested that Venice should be known as the Sinking City and not the Floating City. Despite the sturdiness of the wood piles, there has been some sinking movement by Venice. The s wells In the s a series of artisan wells opened across the city. Erosion Another impact on Venice is erosion caused by boats in the canals.
Venice Today Today Venice faces a lot of problems, from erosion to rising sea levels, the city is working hard to ensure it stays for years to come. Today, some people say Venice should be called the sinking city rather than the floating city. But, Venice began sinking the moment it was built. From the beginning, the weight of the city pushed down on the dirt and mud that it was built on, squeezing out water and compacting the soil. This phenomenon, together with the natural movement of high tides called acqua alta cause periodic flooding in the city, creating a sinking sensation.
Over the past years, the city has sunk nine inches. Some experts warn that global warming will cause sea levels to rise and eventually cover the Adriatic coastline and the city of Venice by Just like the first permanent inhabitants of these islands, Venitians today are trying to find ways to help their city endure and prosper.
Nice little article, summing up in a few words the main points that so many would like to know. Thank you. This is amazing. I really wanted to know about Venice because of curiosity and because of I want to go there, maybe one day.
I wish I could live there. It is a very beautiful city. Insightful description of a wonderful city that everyone should get to see at least once in a lifetime. This article is nearly as impressive as Venice itself!
What a masterpiece of essay literature you have created. The comments are second only to the article as well, including this one. The comments are all real and not written by the authors friends or the publication. A true wonder to perceive this and that! Thank you, I truly enjoyed reading every word. You seem to of known all the answers to the questions I was thinking. Very informative!
I hope to be visiting this next year. Thank you so much for answering my question. It truly is a fascinating story of people working together on a common purpose. Venice is an old star fort. Nice little article!! Leaves me to wonder A LOT though….
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