THE FOUR HORSES OF ST MARK’S. The Four Horses of St Mark’s or “Quadriga“ are situated on the “Loggia di Cavelli”, above the main Great... Continue reading
SACRED GEOMETRY IN VENICE Sacred Geometry in Venice, forms the underlying principles of its Religious Architecture, Art and Music. Evidence suggests that the original layout... Continue reading
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... Continue reading
The Rialto Fish Market (Pescheria Nuova) is located near to the Rialto Bridge, on the northern side of the Grand Canal and is next to... Continue reading
The Golden Head – La Testa D’Oro, is located almost opposite the Church of San Bartolomeo, close to the San Marco side of the Rialto... Continue reading
THE CLOCK TOWER IN ST MARK’S SQUARE. On the north side of the Piazza San Marco, is the Clock Tower (Torre dell’ Orologio); an early Renaissance... Continue reading
Rio Tera – Canals into Roads. “Rio Tera” is the name given to Venetian canals, that have been filled in or vaulted over to make... Continue reading
St Mark – the Shoemakers Patron. How St Mark became the patron saint of Shoemakers, is an interesting tale! The former building of the School... Continue reading
Pateras – small, circular reliefs found on civic and religious buildings, are products of Byzantine culture and are seen on the sides of both civic... Continue reading
The Island of San Giorgio Maggiore is really worth a visit, to enjoy a few hours of its history, architecture, peace and tranquillity; away from... Continue reading
The Doge’s Palace – Column Capitals, is a fascinating narrative. Most visitors to Venice will admire the Doge’s Palace in the Piazzetta di San Marco;... Continue reading
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