One of the amazing things about Venice is the way everything has to be moved about by boat. All services such as Police and ambulance are conducted by boat. I haven't been able to spot a fire engine yet though. Each morning a procession of barges bring in all sorts of things from construction materials (no temptation to buy an old place and renovate here) to flowers and vegetables. Other sights have been the couriers, laundry collection, white good deliveries and tree removal, all on barges!
It's a fascinating view from our window, as we are right on the canal and the passing boat traffic has had us captivated for long periods. We have seen the armored guards across the way, delivering and collecting cash, police pulling up at our local pizzeria for their dinner and ambulance men dropping off patients at their doorsteps. Last night we saw the home delivery of bags and bags of fruit and groceries. A large crowd gathered on the canal side and a boat pulled up. As I was looking out the window, I wondered if it was some sort of religious ceremony or celebration about to happen, then realized that it was the home delivery schedule. The things you see...
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