The stories behind Italian bridges

Aug 02, 2016 852

Bridges are everywhere in the world, but if you go to Italy, you will definitely bump into some of the most romantic. The Australian magazine Italianicious has recently published an extremely interesting article recalling the stories of some of Italian famous bridges.

Venice is introduced as "the best place in Italy for bridge lovers" as there are about 800 over the canals that criss-cross the city. "The oldest and most famous, the 16th century Rialto Bridge, is an instantly recognisable icon of Venice. Its unique, arched porticos rise steeply above the Grand Canal. Until the 19th century it was the only bridge that crossed the Grand Canal".

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Fonte: This is Italy

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