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La Fenice, Venice's prestigious opera house, was devastated by a fire more than seven years ago...

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Here damage from the blaze, for which two electricians were convicted of arson, is clearly visible.

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Rebuilding the opera house was fraught with delays as disputes arose over the awarding of building contracts.

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But the results seem more than worth it; future audiences are set for a spectacular view of the stage during performances...

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.... especially from the theatre's magnificent boxes...

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... while the vista for performers is equally breathtaking.