A delta in the Venetian Lagoon, Italy May 17, 2025

Pictured here is a spectacular view of a delta in the Venetian Lagoon, Italy. Spanning over 500 square kilometres, this lagoon is a rich mosaic of islands, mudflats, canals and marshes, and it"s one of the largest wetlands in the entire Mediterranean Basin. The lagoon isn"t just a scenic wonder—it"s a place steeped in history and innovation. Today, the lagoon is still central to local life, supporting fishing, tourism and even sustainable aquaculture. It"s connected to the Adriatic Sea by three inlets and is famous for "acqua alta," or "high water," when tides flood parts of Venice. From ancient refuge to modern marvel, the Venetian Lagoon is a reflection of how people and nature can shape a place together.

© Dimitri Weber/Amazing Aerial Agency

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