Watercourse Way                                        -      N      - 
(-------------------------------------------------)     W <---(M)---> E
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This long, winding street runs along the east side of the canal, and a
short stone wall has been constructed near the edge of the water.  A large
gap in the wall allows people to climb in and out of the gondolas that float
lazily downstream.  A few shops line the street, and vendors mill about
offering up various goods for sale.  
A beggar sits on the side of the road hoping for a handout.
A beggar sits on the side of the road hoping for a handout.