Gondolas

Gondolas are traditional, flat-bottomed boats commonly used in Venice, Italy, designed to navigate narrow canals. They are typically propelled by a single oarsman called a gondolier, who stands at the stern and uses a long oar to steer and move the boat. Crafted from wood, gondolas are sleek, lightweight, and often hand-painted with ornate details. Despite modern transportation, gondolas remain a cultural icon and popular way for tourists to explore Venice’s waterways, offering an intimate and scenic experience of the city’s historic and picturesque environment.