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Venice through the Ages, from Salt-Panners to Maritime Empire to Tourism: Interview with Professor Dennis Romano

Tides of History

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Venice in the 19th and 20th Centuries

The chapter discusses the major urban transformations in Venice during the 19th and 20th centuries, including filling in canals, widening streets, and bringing in modern infrastructure. It explores how different groups have used Venice's history to shape their own agendas. The chapter also discusses the impact of these changes on our understanding of the medieval and Renaissance city.

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