Over the past century, Venice’s sea levels have risen by 32 centimeters. This has made high tides, or Acqua Alta, more frequent. Now, nearly 75% of the city is flooded over 100 times a year.

Libreria Acqua Alta bookshop in Venice stacks his books in boats to protect them from getting ruined during high tide. Books are piled on boats, bathtubs, and whatever can float. There is a giant ...

Ask about the acqua alta and Venice sinking, and he says, "So go get boots." Let them wear boots. Boots are fine for water, but useless against the flood that causes more hand-wringing than any ...

Tuesday's “acqua alta,” or high waters ... Salvini was due to drop by for the same on Friday. Many, including Venice's mayor, have blamed the disaster on global warming and warned that ...

You can visit the Libreria Acqua Alta for free from 9 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. Venice In a Day: Basilica San Marco, Doges Palace & Gondola ride (2725 reviews) ...

Venice empties out in fall after the summertime ... but you'll also experience occasional flooding (especially in December) thanks to acqua alta and early closures at some of the city's top ...

The phenomenon of high water, locally known as "acqua alta," happens annually in Venice, most often in late autumn through early spring. Water levels peaked at 4 feet, 3 inches (1.27 meters ...

From Venice to Mexico City, check out some of the most interesting book retailers out there. 1. Libreria Acqua Alta, Venice, Italy. This bookstore features classic volumes of American and Italian ...