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Local legend says that Gondoliers are born with webbed feet which helps them walk on water. Of course, this is part of the mythology of Gondoliers; however, they do have intimate knowledge of the waterway's of Venice which is passed down from father to son.
As in the picture, the traditional dress of the Gondolier is the beribboned straw hat, the striped shirt, and the black trousers.
The Gondolier stands upright and pushes on his oar to row the gondola in the direction that he faces. His passengers sit on beautifully upholstered cushions and on low stools. His gondola is always black in color; (seven layers of black lacquer to give the glossy look); the ferror has metal teeth which symbolizes the six sestieri of Venice as are under the part that is in the shape of the Doge's cap.
The Gondola takes three months to build and costs 10,000 Euro or more. The woods that are used are walnut, oak, mahogany, lime, larch, fir, elm, cherry, and beech. These woods are then handcrafted into more than 280 separate pieces of wood!
So, when we gripe about the price of a ride on the gondola, it is good to know how expensive the boat and how expensive the upkeep of this beautiful, craft which is one of the oldest symbols of Venice.
When I saw this Gondolier, I tried waiting until he turned around, but finally gave up and took the picture from the back...I think I like it best this way..more natural.
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Super job with honest, helpful tips...what a wonderful page. very passionate concepts and insights. you managed to make Venice come alive. | jillzi Sat May 2, 2009 18:30 UTC
Well, you two certainly had a good time in Venice. So nice that you could stay three nights and really explore. The dance was so romantic. Beautiful pictures. | nepalgoods Sun Mar 1, 2009 07:29 UTC
Very interesting. Makes me want to go to Venice... | lynnehamman Fri Feb 27, 2009 07:30 UTC
What a great page and excellent tips & pics. That Santa Maria church is awesome. And I think that the dance on the Piazza sounds SO romantic! (Sigh!!!)Venice sounds good for lovers of all age. And history lovers too! |
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