Venetian gondolas - stories of the iconic symbol of the lagoon city

When you think of Venice, the image of a lone oarsman guiding their sleek black boat springs to mind. The gondola is an iconic symbol of the city thanks to its beauty, mystery and history as an important method of transportation in the city. And riding a gondola is something you must experience when you visit Venice.Learn all about the history and craftsmanship of this magnificent vessel with our guest Elisabetta Amadi, a licensed tour guide from a family of Venetian boat builders and artisans. She also shares tips on where to find a gondola when you're in Venice and tips for having the most magical experience. Want information about the places mentioned and full show notes for this episode? Head over to > https://untolditaly.com/87Support the showJoin our mailing list and get our FREE Italy trip planning checklist - subscribe here | Join us on tour: Trip schedule | Discover our Trip Planning Services | Visit our online store | Follow: Instagram • Facebook • YouTube • Italy Travel Planning CommunityThe Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast Editing, Audio Production and Website Development by Mark Hatter. Production Assistance and Content Writing by the other Katie Clarke - yes there are two of us!