Original Water Colour 10" x 8"
The busy Venice Fish Market is a short walk from the Rialto Bridge on the San Polo side of the Grand Canal. The current structure was built in 1917 (although it looks much older), but fish have been sold here for 600 years. Between the arches are very distinctive red curtains - not sure what their purpose was? - Maybe hide the smell of the fish?
It's best to arrive early if you want to see the Erberia (vegetable market next door to the Fish Market) and Pescheria (fish market) in full swing. The barges start arriving at dawn, and the vendors are bargaining with customers by 8 a.m. The wholesalers and most of the retailers close up shop by midday (or 1 p.m. at the latest), so stock up on fruit and photo opportunities before lunch!
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