Italy's Venetian Lagoon (Venice and Burano)
islands without cars

Wed, Jun 10 10:00 A.M. NH Create (11.4)  

The Venetian Lagoon in northeastern Italy is dotted with dozens of inhabited islands. We're exploring two of them for their international importance and influence. First, is the incomparable and mythologized city of Venice --- which is probably the most famous car-free island in the world. - where we get an idea of the 50,000 tourists a day that are drawn to this uniquely beautiful artistic achievement comprised of 118 small islands separated by 114 canals and joined again by 400 bridges. Long considered the most beautiful and romantic city in the world, Venice is also Europe's largest urban car-free area and is recognized by UNESCO. Then we explore the tiny island Burano has been a colorfully curated home to generations of lace makers, artists and fishermen. We discover exactly why their lacemaking is unique their meals unforgettable.

Duration: 26 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 204

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Wed, Jun 10 10:00 A.M. Italy's Venetian Lagoon (Venice and Burano)     NH Create (11.4)
Wed, Jun 10 5:00 P.M. Italy's Venetian Lagoon (Venice and Burano)     NH Create (11.4)
Wed, Jun 10 11:00 P.M. Italy's Venetian Lagoon (Venice and Burano)     NH Create (11.4)

About Islands Without Cars:

The unique new travel series ISLANDS WITHOUT CARS takes a rare and whimsical look at life without cars, buses or trains.

On small, remote and sparsely populated isles scattered throughout Europe, most of the inhabitants travel and transport goods by donkey, bicycle and other non-motorized vehicles.

It may seem like a bygone era, but for some, it is a modern reality.

The six-part series offers a fun and engaging look at the remote islands of Hydra (Greece), Sark (Channel Islands), Inish Meain (Ireland), the Aeolians (Italy), Zlarin and Krapanj (Croatia), and Porquerroles (France) through the eyes of a youthful and vibrant host.


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