Smithsonian Magazine - Venice - Article about the challenges Venetians faced from flooding. As water levels rise and foundations erode, the city must seek out new ways to save its fabled artworks and architectural treasures.
If Sea Gates Don't Work, Call Canute - New York Times article about plans for ameliorating the city's flooding problems by constructing giant sea gates. Requires free registration. (February 25, 2003)
Smithsonian Magazine - Venice - Article about the challenges Venetians faced from flooding. As water levels rise and foundations erode, the city must seek out new ways to save its fabled artworks and architectural treasures.
If Sea Gates Don't Work, Call Canute - New York Times article about plans for ameliorating the city's flooding problems by constructing giant sea gates. Requires free registration. (February 25, 2003)
