Gondola

usgb/ˈɡɑːndələ,ɡɑːnˈdəʊlə/
noun

A long, narrow boat with a flat bottom, used in Venice, Italy, for traveling through canals.

They rode through the canals of Venice in a gondola.
Visual representation of "gondola" - A long, narrow boat with a flat bottom, used in Venice, Italy, for traveling through canals.

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  • venetian gondola
  • gondola ride
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Venetian Tradition

Gondolas represent a rich Venetian cultural tradition and are often associated with romance and history.

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A gondola tour offers a glimpse into Venice's romantic past.
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Gondolier's Role

In Venice, the person who steers the gondola is called a gondolier, wearing traditional attire.

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The gondolier in his striped shirt serenaded us during our gondola ride.
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