Which City Is Known As The 'City of Canals'?

By Jasreet Kaur11, Apr 2025 03:00 PMjagranjosh.com

Do you know?

Venice is a city in Italy built on water. It is famous for its canals and boats instead of roads and cars. Tap to read in detail.

Built on Many Islands

Venice is made up of 118 small islands. These are linked by canals and bridges.

Water Instead of Roads

Venice has over 150 canals and 400 bridges. People use boats instead of cars.

Grand Canal Is the Main Route

The Grand Canal is the biggest canal. It flows through the centre of the city and is used by many boats.

Gondolas and Water Taxis Are Common

People travel using gondolas and water taxis. Gondolas are long, flat boats used for short trips.

A Famous Tourist Spot

Venice is visited by millions of people each year. It is also listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

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