Summary
Stephanie H. Smith discusses the historical engineering marvel of Venice, built on a foundation of wood, water, and mud by settlers escaping invaders in the 6th century.
The incredible engineering of Venice
Highlights
Venice's Historical Foundation
In the 6th century, people fled into the Venetian Lagoon to escape Germanic invaders. They tamed the mudflats and built a lasting foundation for heavier structures in the marshy terrain. This intricate system of wood, water, and mud has remarkably supported the iconic floating city for 1,500 years.
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