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Venice one of the most romantic and beautiful cities is plagued by pollution due to heavy tourism.
Woes of Venice Lagoon
The Laguna Veneta or Venice Lagoon in all its charm and splendor is the focus of a new saga that doesn't involve art or wealthy Venetian shipping families. It has been plagued by pollution, and lots of it, for a long time. For many years a petrochemical and vinyl chloride plant at Porto Marghera, on the mainland, have been accused of polluting the lagoon.
Difficult to manage network of transportation
Canals throughout Venice serve the purpose of transportation and sewer system. Over the years the no. of visitors have increased so much that use of motorized boats have led to increased levels of pollution.
Tranquil means of transport
Tour operators now prefer alternative means of transportation like the wooden boat, Bragozzo to take their tourists so that Venice is explored in its true beauty.
Tourists feel related to the places of Venice
Visitors are elated as a tranquil journey through Venice not only helps them build a direct relationship but also opens up their mind.
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