Bridge of Sighs
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The Bridge of Sighs in Venice, Italy. It received its name in the 17th century, when it was supposed to have been the route for prisoners on their way to be executed.
| Covered bridge in Venice connecting the Doge's Palace with the State prison. The name refers to the fact that it was by way of this bridge that offenders under sentence of death were conducted to their fate. |
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