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 Tombs of 25 magistrates |
6363 Campo San Giovanni e Paolo, Castello Venice 30122 Italy +39 41 523 7510 |
Construction of this church started at the end of the 14th century by the Dominican friars. It was completed at the beginning of the 15th century. The remains of 25 chief magistrates are buried here. The sepulchral monuments are in the care of the Lombardi family. The monuments of Nicolo Marcello, Pietro Lombardo and Pietro Mocenigo are masterpieces by the same sculptor, whose works occupy the whole left side of the entrance. Also impressive is the monument erected in the honor of Andrea Vendramin, and the paintings by Veronese and Piazzetta. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Benedictine church designed by Andrea Palladio |
Isola di San Giorgio Venice 30100 Italy |
There is little more than this church on the island of San Giorgio Maggiore. The Benedictine Convent Church was built at the beginning of the year 1000, and was redesigned by Andrea Palladio in 1566. Its interior, which receives plenty of natural light, is full of works of art, amongst which are 'The Last Supper' and 'The Harvest' by Manna di Tintoretto, as well as murals by Tintoretto and Carpaccio. The bell tower offers one of the most beautiful views of San Marco in Venice. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ancient Church |
4693 Campo San Zaccaria, Castello Venice 30122 Italy +39 41 522 1257 |
This very old church, commissioned by the Doge Giustiniano Partecipazio and Emperor Leone V, houses paintings by Bellini, Tintoretto, Palma il Giovane, and Alessandro Vittoria. It was started by Antonio Gambello and finished by Mauro Codussi, who was influenced by the Malatesta temple by Leon Battista Alberto. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Relics from Italian naval history |
Arsenale, 2148 (Ex Granai della Repubblica) Venice 30135 Italy +39 41 520 0276 |
Located just a few minutes walk from the Arsenale, the whole history of the Venetian Republic and the Italian Navy is explained here through models and exhibits. Canons, prints, period gondolas and nautical instruments, such as compasses are on display. There is also a section dedicated to the history of the Italian Navy with flags, uniforms and military and civil model ships. Some of the pieces date from the 18th century but most are from the 19th century. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Green play areas |
Via Sant'Elena Venice 30170 Italy |
It may not be Venice's most central park, but the Parco delle Rimembranze is probably one of the nicest green areas in the city, especially when it comes to kids outdoors. Located in Sant'Elena, the more modern Eastern part of Castello sistieri and home of the Biennale d'Arte, this park offers plenty of children's play areas and a roller-skating rink. And, for even more fun outdoors, you could head to the nearby Stadio Penza and watch a soccer game. Free admission. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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16th-century church |
Salizzada Santi Giovanni e Paolo Venice 30123 Italy |
Due to its location adjacent to a hospital, this church is also known as the 'Ospedaleto'. Slightly obscured by the narrow street on which it stands, the beautiful building dates back to the 17th century. Designed by B. Longhena, it was paid for by B. Cagnoni. Inside are several paintings thought to be by Tiepolo. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Paintings by Vittore Carpaccio |
Calle dei Furlani Venice 30122 Italy |
This was built at the end of the 15th Century, and was restored in the middle of the 16th Century. The school is dedicated to the Dalmati, a fundamental component of the Republic; and the name comes from Schiavonia, as Dalmazia was once called. The Schiavoni were devoted to St. George, St. Trifone and St. Jerome. It contains a famous cycle dedicated to the life of St. George, which was painted by Vittore Carpaccio over five years. The iconoclastic works of Augusto Gentili are fundamental to understanding the building. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Home to the 'Battesimo di Cristo' by Cima da Conegliano |
Bragora (Castello) Venice 30123 Italy |
The meaning of Bragora is still debated. Some say it goes back to the Greek 'Agora', the square where the sovereign people used to make decisions, or 'Bragola', meaning market place. Though the old name is still used, today the place is called Bandiera and Moro. Built in the 8th century, subsequent additions and restorations (up to the 18th century) have mixed up the architectural styles, and now there are only glimpses of its past glory. Inside is the magnificent 'Battesimo di Cristo' by Cima da Conegliano. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Palladian Facade |
Campo San Francesco Della Vigna (Castello) Venice 30123 Italy |
According to tradition, toward the middle of the 13th century, the son of the Doge Pietro, Marco Ziani, donated a vineyard to the Friars and the church was built here by Jacopo Sansovino 300 years later. The façade, commissioned by the patriarch of Aquileia, was later restored by Palladio. It seems that long before, on the same site, there was the church of San Marco, to commemorate the place where San Marco was met by an angel on his way back from Aquileia. The sober interior houses paintings by Veronesi and Bellini. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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