what is a veranda

A veranda, also spelled verandah, is a roofed, open-air porch or hallway that is attached to the outside of a building. It is typically level with the ground floor and often extends across both the front and the sides of the structure. A veranda is an outdoor living space that can be partly enclosed by a railing. It is often used as a midway point between being indoors and being outdoors. Verandas are similar to covered porches, but they are always open-air and have a roof. They are often enclosed with a railing and serve as a place to relax and recharge. Verandas are commonly found in warm climates and are associated with the influences of Italy, India, Portugal, Spain, England, and the Caribbean. The word "veranda" likely originated in India and may have first been adopted by Portugals relations with India.