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How does Venice manage to float on water?

This Italian city is truly a marvel of engineering

How does Venice manage to float on water?
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Kelton Smith
02/05/2025 10:30 ‧ 3 weeks ago | StarsInsider

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Emerging like a mirage from the Adriatic Sea is a floating city that defies the expectations of architecture. As it floats above the water, the city of Venice is not merely a product of Renaissance artistry; it is a triumph of medieval engineering and a testament to human ingenuity that has stood the test of time.

But how does this city of marble remain afloat? And is it true that Venice is actually sinking? Click through this gallery to find all the answers.

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