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== | == Etymology == | ||
[[File:VenetianRepublic.png|thumb|220x220px]] | [[File:VenetianRepublic.png|thumb|220x220px]] | ||
It was formally known as the Most Serene Republic of Venice (Italian: ''Serenissima Repubblica di Venezia'', Venetian: ''Serenìsima Repùblica Vèneta'', or Venetian: ''Repùblica de Venesia'') and is often referred to as ''La Serenissima'', in reference to its title as one of the "Most Serene Republics". | It was formally known as the Most Serene Republic of Venice (Italian: ''Serenissima Repubblica di Venezia'', Venetian: ''Serenìsima Repùblica Vèneta'', or Venetian: ''Repùblica de Venesia'') and is often referred to as ''La Serenissima'', in reference to its title as one of the "Most Serene Republics". | ||
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The winged lion also appears in the naval ensign of the Italian Republic, alongside the coat of arms of three other medieval Italian maritime republics (Genoa, Pisa, and Amalfi). | The winged lion also appears in the naval ensign of the Italian Republic, alongside the coat of arms of three other medieval Italian maritime republics (Genoa, Pisa, and Amalfi). | ||
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In September of 2019 after an extended absence from the Doge Baconslice23, Venezia was ransacked and torn down by the Bosnians. In respect for his comrade's fallen nation, Baconslice23's dear friend and ally Fritzstick sunk Venezia in order to symbolically pay tribute to the fallen and ruined city. | In September of 2019 after an extended absence from the Doge Baconslice23, Venezia was ransacked and torn down by the Bosnians. In respect for his comrade's fallen nation, Baconslice23's dear friend and ally Fritzstick sunk Venezia in order to symbolically pay tribute to the fallen and ruined city. | ||
Venezia lives on today as one of the most beautiful and serene nations to ever exist on EarthMC. It will always be remembered by its golden and looming basilica, raving town, and its peaceful relations. Venezia may have fallen, but its legacy as the most serene and beautiful republic lives on. | Venezia lives on today as one of the most beautiful and serene nations to ever exist on EarthMC. It will always be remembered by its golden and looming basilica, raving town, and its peaceful relations. Venezia may have fallen, but its legacy as the most serene and beautiful republic lives on. | ||
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== Existing Photos == | |||
[[File:Venezia-1.png|thumb|400px|Waterfront view of buildings lining the Plaza De San Marco, Venezia's central hub of trade and commerce, which all photos of have unfortunately been lost.]][[File:Venezia-2.png|thumb|left|400px|Hotels lining the way to the Doge's Palace in the Background.]]Although many Venetian photos have been lost to the years, few still remain to showcase the looming glory of the city.[[File:Venezia-4.png|thumb|left|400x400px|La Basilica de San Marco, Venezia's crown Jewel and the best view on the server. This was the main gathering spot for the many residents of Venezia.]][[File:Venezia-5.png|thumb|400px|A typical Venetian Home]] | |||
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