VENICE

Venice is the largest port in Italy. It is located on a cluster of small on mud islands at the head of the Adriatic Sea. About 120 small islands make up the city of Venice in a sheltered lagoon off the northeastern coast of Italy. Venice has canals for streets, and has gondolas, or flat-bottomed boats, for taxicab. Venice handles a great amount of trade. Goods of all kinds are received at Venice. Venice is known for its beautiful glass, brocades, tapestries, wood carvings, bronze statue and art objects, and jewelry.

Taken from: the world book encyclopedia