Venice is famous for its winding network of canals.
The waterways – which are navigated by thousands of water taxis and gondolas every day – offer a unique perspective on the city’s attractions.
Between October and January, the city’s main concern is usually flooding. A few days each year the water levels rise and cover low parts of Venice like Saint Mark’s Square.
But a combination of factors means these famous canals are running dry.
A lack of rainfall is partially to blame after weeks of dry winter weather, but a high-pressure weather system, full moon and sea currents have also contributed to the drought.
Traditional gondolas and water taxis have been affected by
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