Venice: The City Built in a Lagoon

Today we took a high speed train from Florence to Venice and explored this unique city. Venice was built in a lagoon because it’s original inhabitants were searching for safety and security. They built a city with no roads, only boat canals.  Venice is home to many Catholic Churches including St Mark’s Basilica which took over 100 years to build and was completed in 1092. Today Venice is know for its Murano glass, leather goods, and many universities that specialize in the arts. Oh, and don’t forget the gondola rides!









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