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
Santi Giovanni e Paolo Santi Giovanni e Paolo, is in the Castello district and has the status of a minor basilica of the Dominican order. Of brick construction, it is built in Italian Gothic style In contrast to the brick exterior, the attached Scuola Grande di San...
Santa Maria Formosa
Santa Maria Formosa Santa Maria Formosa in the Castello district, designed by Coducci in 1492, was on the site of the first church dedicated to the Virgin Mary, that was built in the 7th C. The campo is a fine space for relaxing, with renowned palazzos to admire and...
San Pantalon
San Pantalon San Pantalon, is located just to the north of the busy Campo Santa Margherita, in the northern part of the Dorsoduro district. The church is dedicated to the martyr Saint Pantaleon of Nicomedia, or San Pantalon, in the Venetian dialect; a Christian...
The Doges Palace
The Doges Palace The Doges Palace, a masterpiece of Venetian Gothic style, was the residence of the Doge; the supreme authority of the former Republic of Venice. This remarkable palazzo features a composite of architectural elements and decorations, ranging from its...
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.