January 1996, one of the world's most revered opera houses burned down; Verdi, Rossini, Wagner, and Stravinsky had premiered many of their works here. In which city was this fire?

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A devastating blaze in January 1996 tore through the historic heart of Venice, destroying the celebrated Teatro la Fenice. Firefighting crews faced an immense challenge unique to the city; with no roads for traditional fire engines, they had to battle the inferno from boats on the surrounding canals. The tragedy was compounded when investigators discovered the fire was not an accident but an act of arson, deliberately set by two electricians to avoid penalties for work delays.

The loss was a profound blow to the world

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