The Crazy Engineering of Venice

AD: Go to and check out designs with the new Textra finish. Have you ever wondered how Venice, a city built on water, became one of the most powerful and wealthy cities in history? In this video, we uncover the extraordinary story of Venice, from its humble beginnings as a refuge for Roman citizens fleeing the Huns, to its rise as a medieval engineering marvel. Discover how the Venetians transformed a muddy lagoon into a thriving metropolis with no roads, no land, and no fresh water. We’ll explore the ingenious techniques they used to build stable foundations, construct iconic canals and bridges, and develop a unique system for fresh water and waste management. Join me as we model Venice’s complex infrastructure and reveal the secrets behind its lasting success. Be sure to stick around until the end of this video to learn more about our next giveaway. Enter the giveaway at the link below: Short on time? Feel free to skip ahead in this video using the chapter links below. 00:00 The History of Venice 01:04 Building Stable Foundations 02:12 Establishing the Islands of Venice 04:52 Constructing Venetian Bridges 06:15 Venice’s Water Supply Solution 07:45 Waste Management Innovation in Venice Thanks for watching this Primal Space video. If you enjoyed it, let me know in the comments below, and don’t forget to subscribe so you can see more videos like this! Support Primal Space by becoming a Patron! Twitter: References: Written and edited by Ewan Cunningham () 3D Modeler: Orkun Zengin Music used in this video: As History Unfolds - Christoffer Moe To Loom Is To Love - The Mini Vandals San Pedro - Sugoi Inspiring Cinematic Asia - Lexin Music Eternal Garden - Dan Henig Sprightly Pursuit - Cooper Cannell Melting Glass - Eden Avery Stuck In The Air - The Tower of Light #venice #venicecanal #engineeringmarvels