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Every year more than 120 regattas are organized in the lagoon of Venice. The most important is Historical Regatta, contested in the characteristic style called voga alla veneta (Venetian-style rowing), which takes place on the first Sunday in September and attracts many spectators, both venetians and tourists.

Many of these races are spontaneous, eleven are promoted by the Municipality of Venice in collaboration with the Rowers' Associations and the Co-ordination of the Rowing Clubs with the aim of keeping alive and spreading a sporting practice which originates from the very nature of the city and of the territory, others  coincide with traditional festivities and festivals.

In addition to his ethical value common to all sports, rowing  is a discipline which help to understand and respect the lagoon environment and to rediscover the city's maritime culture.

Informations

www.comune.venezia.it