Venice

Carnival of Venice 2014—Masks and Mystique (Photos)

The Carnival of Venice dates back to the 12th century, supposedly to celebrate and memorialize a military victory. In 1797, the festival was outlawed under the rule of the King ...

April 6, 2014BY Marius Iacob
Morgan Museum Draws Venice From Its Collection

NEW YORK—We think of Venice as the watery Italian town swimming with gondolas. But from the Middle Ages ...

September 28, 2013BY Christine Lin
Panic in Venice as Powerful Tornado Sweeps Coast

A powerful tornado swept several islands off the Venetian coast, causing panic and heavy damage.

June 12, 2012BY Dana Betlevy

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