A bookshop in Italy.
One of the most famous bookshops in Europe, Libreria Acqua Alta (High Water) is located in the old town of Venice in Italy. It is full of unusual objects and wonderful installations, which have made it into a tourist attraction and a meeting spot for bibliophiles.
One of the main concepts that makes the shop unusual is the water theme. Being named "High Water", which is a common issue in Venice when the water level rises too high, the shop is full of boats. The fire exit goes even via a boat to a channel, and the boats and paddles inside the shop create a very special atmosphere which fits Venice.
This bookshop is also a playground for the cats of the owners, which are walking around freely and enjoy the attention of the clients. As most book lovers would agree, cats and books are a great combination, and these cats make the bookshop even cosier.
The creativity seems endless, as there are many parts in and in front of the bookshop where old books are used for different purposes: made into a wall or stairs, or cut into sculptures hanging from the ceiling.
Overall, it is a magical experience for book lovers, and there are plenty of beautiful new and old books to discover, as well as souvenirs and Venice-related merchandise. Worth visiting.
(Photos by me)