This baroque palace in Cannaregio, features curious high reliefs; that are alchemical in theme. It was thought by some to be suggestive of a “Philosopher’s House”.
Palazzo Lezze and Alchemic Symbolism.
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Scala Contarini del Bovolo
Situated at the courtyard side of the Palazzo Contarini; is Venice’s most impressive and admired spiral staircase.
Santi Giovanni e Paolo
Found the Castello district of Venice, it has the status of a minor basilica of the Dominican order.
Santa Maria Formosa
In the Castello, Venice and designed by Coducci in 1492, and originally dedicated to the Virgin Mary.
San Pantalon
It is located just to the north of the busy Campo Santa Margherita, in the northern part of the Dorsoduro district.
The Doges Palace
A masterpiece of Venetian Gothic style, was the residence of the Doge; the supreme authority of the former Republic of Venice.
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.
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.