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As Italy's most famous tourist destination, Venice welcomes an average of over 26 million visitors annually. Anyone who visits Venice is familiar with the image of a beautiful, bustling, and always crowded city. However, now, amidst the prolonged pandemic, the city of "La Serenissima" has become quiet and deserted, sometimes with only one or two people walking around.
Besides the heavy losses to tourism and the economy, this rare and unusual state of Venice also brings a fresher atmosphere to the city; the canals gradually regain their vibrant green color, schools of fish and ducks swim freely, and flocks of birds calmly perch wherever they please...
The video clip below, produced by Lonely Planet, takes you on a tour of Venice during "crowded days." The familiar landmarks and colors remain, but without the bustling crowds, the scenery seems clearer, more tranquil, and more authentic. And you'll certainly find it hard to experience a deserted Venice in real life.
Video: Lonely Planet
