How Venice Stays Afloat

Venice should not exist. Built on mud, surrounded by water, and resting on millions of wooden piles driven into the floor of a lagoon, the city has survived for more than a thousand years. This is the story of how refugees fleeing the collapse of the Roman Empire created one of the richest cities in history, how a hidden forest beneath the water supports its marble palaces, and why Venice is now fighting for its survival against rising seas. From the engineering miracle beneath St. Mark's Basilica to the massive MOSE flood barrier system, this is the incredible story of the impossible city. #Venice #History #Engineering #Documentary