Bridge of the Fists "Ponte dei Pugni" is one of the most famous bridges in Venice, for its history.
It is the place where, for years, two rival gangs faced each other, the Nicolotti and the Castellani, fighting with fists.
Tradition has it that the winners threw the losers into the water, an action facilitated by the fact that, until recently, the bridge did not have a railing.
These fights were forbidden, due to their excessive violence, in 1705.
Footprints can still be observed on the ground of the bridge, signs that indicated the two rivals where to position themselves.
Near the Ponte dei Pugni there is a large itinerant boat, which sells fruit and vegetables, a characteristic element of the place.
Once you reach the bridge, you can't miss the opportunity to photograph the Indiana Jones Library!
Bridge of the Fists
Address: Dorsoduro, 30123
Phone: +39 335 6890041
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