Venice is a beautiful and historic city, but it is often packed with tourists. For the people who live there, the constant crowds can be very tiring. They have been searching for a quiet place to escape the noise.
Just a short boat ride away lies Poveglia, an overgrown island that has been abandoned for many years. [19] Nature has taken over, with wild plants and trees covering the old buildings.
Recently, a group of local people decided to take action. They got permission to take care of the island. Their goal is to create a wonderful public park.
This new park will be a peaceful sanctuary for anyone who wants to leave the busy city behind. It’s a project for Venetians, by Venetians, to bring a piece of nature back into their lives.