Suspense crime, Digital Desk : Venice, the historic city of canals, is facing an unprecedented lockdown today, not for a state visit, but for what is being dubbed the "Amazon Prime Wedding." Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and his fiancée, Lauren Sanchez, are set to tie the knot in a lavish ceremony that has brought parts of the iconic city to a standstill, sparking fury among its residents.In a move that has stunned locals and tourists alike, major waterways, including sections of the famous Grand Canal, are being shut down to accommodate the high-profile nuptials. The city's public water bus system, the vaporetto, has seen its routes diverted, creating a logistical nightmare for Venetians who rely on it for their daily commute.The three-day celebration is the definition of extravagance. The guest list is a who's who of the global elite, with figures like Bill Gates, Ivanka Trump, and Jared Kushner expected to attend. The immense security operation has effectively turned parts of the city into a private playground for the wedding party, further fueling local resentment.Venetians are reportedly "fuming," expressing frustration that their living, breathing city is being rented out and disrupted for the whims of the ultra-rich. The sentiment is that while Venice has always welcomed visitors, this event crosses a line by commandeering public infrastructure and disrespecting the daily lives of its citizens.The wedding follows the couple's engagement last year, which took place aboard Bezos's massive $500 million superyacht, Koru. While the ceremony promises to be a fairytale event for the billionaire couple, for the people of Venice, it's a stark and unwelcome reminder of the growing clash between historic public life and extreme private wealth.
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