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History of Venice

History of Venice


Join Venice affected by many things over the centuries reflect a historical process. "Venice" There are many names come to mind. Some of them are: Queen of the Adriatic, Le Dominant, Water City, City of Masks, City of Bridges, Floating City, the City Channel. "Venice" of the name is thought to come from the 10th century BC. The 5th of the first human settlements in Venice - is to go back to the 6th century. The collapse of the Roman Empire during the barbarian invasions of the turning points in the history of Venice is considered.

On Venice of city life is thought to have begun during the Byzantine period. Of travelers come here while traveling and are believed to form small colonies on the lagoon. Over time, these colonies grew and established the city as a whole. City in Europe after the opening of new trade routes and over time has gained strategic importance has continued to grow.



Venice, the city on the recognition and handcrafted silk processing took place after widespread trading of products made​​. Due to the years of trading in 1400 in Venice, has become the richest city in Europe. Mentioned in this brilliant period 3000 until the vessel docked in Venice, and many massive and impressive structures in the city were built. The effects of this period are still visible in the city.

Napoleon's conquest of Venice in the 18th century and a new era began. After a short time the city was transferred to Austria. During this period of time there has been an empire unacceptable. With participation by Italy in 1866 began a period of more stable, and this situation is being protected today.

A large part of the history of Venice was a place in the lives of their autonomy. Being on the edge of the sea is considered to be influential. If it takes a long time provisions in this way for a while and then merged with Italy has been a part of it.

Venice is a city of many subjects compared with those in Paris. Wealth, architecture, luxury, splendor, trade, elegance, decoration and style can be compared with Paris is a city that is mentioned. Product design works, especially the history of Venice and makes it richer.

The most important aspect that makes this city unique is built on water. Brought from Slovenia until you reach the wooden plaques were consolidated basis. This type of wood is rotting and water can be used for many years. But from the 20th century with the collapse of the historic city of Venice began to take shape in different directions. Channel to prevent the deterioration of the balance of the wells are prohibited after 1960. But the city is still prone to sinking.

Current events in the history of Venice is also dealing with this issue. The fact that the city's going down the toilet on a project called MOSE is made. Which was introduced in 2003 with the aim of this project to the floating gates connecting to the input of the sea and the lagoon. Waves reaches 110 centimeters doors are provided filled with air and swimming. The project is expected to be completed in 2014.

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