Here at the British Council, we've been the commissioner of the British Pavilion at the Venice Biennale since 1937, presenting work by groundbreaking artists and pioneering architects. But what is the Venice Biennale?
Now in its 61st year, the Biennale attracts up to 600,000 international visitors annually. A celebration of art and architecture, the Biennale explores themes of politics and contemporary cultural and social issues through performance, sculpture and installations. Find out what makes the Venice Biennale one of the most prestigious cultural festivals in our video.