A chemical used in underwater construction and medical procedures was used to dye parts of the channel bright green, but the authorities still don’t know how it got there.
Tag: Venice (Italy)
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In ‘Little Venice,’ Cruise Ships and an Influx of Tourists
With a ban on large cruise ships in the waters surrounding Venice, nearby Chioggia is one of the new go-to ports. While many welcome the new visitors, some worry that the tourism boom could turn sour.
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Venice Will Require Tourists to Register and Pay Entry Fee
City officials are introducing a new fee to visit Venice and its islands, a move, they hope, will limit tourists.
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Reviving the Renaissance Temples of Venice’s Jewish Ghetto
An $11 million project is underway to restore three decaying synagogues and preserve the city’s history of harboring European Jews.