On Tuesday, Italy banned cruise liners from Venice lagoon to defend its ecosystem and heritage. This was in response to UNESCO’s concerns and the demands of residents and culture bodies.
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UNESCO says the historic centre is in danger if cruise ships do not dock at another port. The Italian government announced earlier this year it would ban these ships from the historic centre. The plan was for the ships to divert to the industrial port of Marghera.
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Campaigners against cruise ships in Venice protested against the huge vessels docking in the city’s port. Previously, prime minister Mario Draghi’s government declared cruise ships banned from the historic centre.
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Famous names including Mick Jagger and Tilda Swinton are supporting an appeal urging the Italian government to introduce a new law protecting Venice.
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The world’s most prestigious architecture event, the Venice Architecture Biennale, opens on Saturday (22nd May). A six-month show, it explores the question of coexistence in a post-pandemic world. The 17th International Architecture Exhibition “How will we live together?”, postponed from last year, reflects on the future and the challenges it may hold. Curator Hashim Sarkis […]
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