In the Castello, Venice and designed by Coducci in 1492, and originally dedicated to the Virgin Mary.
Santa Maria Formosa
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San Pantalon
It is located just to the north of the busy Campo Santa Margherita, in the northern part of the Dorsoduro district.
History of Venice-Timeline
This post presents a detailed timeline of the History of Venice from its earliest foundation to the Napoleonic invasion and subsequent fall of the Republic.
The Doges Palace
A masterpiece of Venetian Gothic style, was the residence of the Doge; the supreme authority of the former Republic of Venice.
Grand Canal of Venice
It is the most important waterway of the city and effectively splits the city into two sides. It is also known as “Canal Grande” (Italian), “Canal Grando” (Venetian) and “Canalasso” (Historical).
Four Horses of St Mark
Situated on the Loggia di Cavelli, the Four Horses of St Mark, or Quadriga can be seen above the Great Archway, of the Basilica in Venice.
Sacred Geometry
It forms the underlying principles of its Religious Architecture, Art and Music in Venice. Evidence suggests that the original layout of the early city was planned, using these ancient geometrical and mathematical considerations.
Bridges of the Grand Canal
The Grand Canal has only four bridges along its entire length: the Ponte degli Scalzi, the Ponte dell’ Accademia, the Ponte di Costituzione and the Ponti di Rialto.
Rialto Fish Market
Located near to the Rialto Bridge, on the northern side of the Grand Canal; the Rialto Fish Market (Pescheria Nuova), is next to the Fruit and Vegetable Market.
Clock Tower of St Mark
On the north side of the Piazza San Marco, is the Clock Tower of St Mark, (Torre dell’ Orologio); an early Renaissance building. It adjoins the eastern end of the Procuratie Vecchie.