Creative Prompt #342: Gondola

Definition: “noun ; noun: gondola; plural noun: gondolas ; a light flat-bottomed boat used on Venetian canals, having a high point at each end and worked by one oar at the stern.” (Google search results)

History of Gondolas – Rick Steves

Definition: “The gondola is a traditional, flat-bottomed Venetian rowing boat, well suited to the conditions of the Venetian lagoon. The rowing oar, which is not fastened to the hull, is used in a sculling manner, also acting as the rudder.[1] For centuries the gondola was the chief means of transportation and most common watercraft within Venice. It is propelled by a gondolier. In modern times the iconic boats still have a role in public transport in the city, serving as traghetti (ferries) over the Grand Canal. They are also used in special regattas (rowing races) held amongst gondoliers. Their primary role today, however, is to carry tourists on rides at fixed rates.[2]” (Wikipedia)

a cabin on a suspended ski lift.

an open railroad freight car.

Gondola Servizio: Authentic Venetian gondola tours on Lake Merritt in Oakland, California at the Lake Chalet Seafood Bar and Grill.

The Gondola Company in Coronado offers romantic Venetian gondola rides on San Diego bay, California.

No trip to Venice — or The Venetian — would be complete without a graceful and romantic glide down the Grand Canal in an authentic Venetian gondola.

Gondola Joe’s Coffee Shop and Cafe

Gondola Paradiso, the only place in Ventura County where you can take a Venetian gondola cruise.

Gondolas West’s nature over noise, glide along the waterways of the scenic New River and the beautiful canals of Fort Lauderdale in our silent electric boat.

LaGondola Spaghetti House

The Sea to Sky Gondola is your doorway to year-round outdoor adventure including, hiking, interpretive walks, panoramic views, viewing platforms and the 9000 

 

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Author: Jaye

Quiltmaker who enjoys writing and frozen chocolate covered bananas.