Archeologists Dig Deep in Venice
We’re willing to admit that Venice, so steeped in history and intrigue, has always been a bit of a favorite of ours. And this week it’s managed to grab our attention yet again!
The city has been cropping up in the travel news thanks to a recent (and significant) nearby archeological discovery. As is so often the case in Italy, it seems that the city we see today is just part of a much larger settlement on the Venetian Lagoon that dates back to Roman times.
By using satellite imaging, archeologists have been able to find the extensive remains of a wealthy town (complete with temples, theaters and palaces) about three feet beneath the ground in the countryside at Altino, near to Venice’s Marco Polo Airport.
Full excavations are expected to begin on this fascinating discovery in the near future. And when they’re uncovered, the ruins are sure to be yet another reason - if more reasons could possibly be needed! - to go to Venice.
