Maps, as their intention, aim to inform about physical qualities of place. However, for Venice, I would argue that although morphologically correct (to an extent) maps depicting the island are an inaccurate representation of place as an experience.
Instead, accurate depiction of Venice can only be represented through cognitive mapping of "juxastructures": Whether, juxtaposition of bridge structures, juxtaposition of monumental structures, juxtaposition of 'open' structures, etc.
The following maps interest me because, although also attempting to be morphologically accurate, they attempt to anchor the place through juxastructures by calling attention to specific areas of the island.
Moreover, cognitive maps begin to allow the reader to experience Venice through not only morphological lenses, but also through anthropological and sociological lenses:
My point of interest is not one location, rather it is a fabric that is held by the seams of the main anchors of Venice: Piazza San Marco, Doge's Palace, Rialto Bridge, Santa Maria Della Salute, etc.
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