Here you are in front of the “mamma” of all the religious buildings in Venice. Historically in search of prestige, the city of the Doges aspired to the idea of being able to host a relic that would live up to its pretensions.
What would Venice be without its bridges? This is a question that more than one person has already asked themselves. The thing is that to find out, we would have to go back a hell of a long way in history. Venice, as we know it today, is very different from that of the past.
Now that you have arrived at the edge of the canal, turn your attention to the pier opposite and more precisely to the first 3-level building, to the left of the church tower. Built between 1748 and 1772 on behalf of a wealthy Venetian family, who will give it its name, the Grassi Palace has been a cultural address in Venice since 2005.
Formerly the home of Francesco Foscari, 65th Doge of Venice, the ancient palace on your right has always been linked to the world of education. In 1866, a Venetian Jew founded the city's Royal Higher School of Commerce there, whose final objective was to improve traders and prepare commercial science teachers for secondary institutes.
In all, beautiful Venice has no less than six districts. And, without really knowing it, you are currently in one of the oldest, but above all the smallest of them: San Polo.
From a narrow alley to a curved bridge, it is common to cross squares in Venice. But be careful, in order not to risk offending the locals, you should know that there is only one real place in the city. Naturally, it is Saint Mark's Square.
Venice is one of those destinations where you like to stay more than once. We cannot say whether it is its romantic atmosphere or the peaceful waters of its lagoon that lulls us the most. But deep down, do you really know Venice?
It is positioned facing the canal that normally, you should see the silhouette of a tower that soars into the sky. Located on the island of the same name, the San Giorgio Campanile is the third largest in its category in the whole city.
Affectionately called the “Patron of the House” by the Venetians, the Saint-Marc Campanile is an ancient symbol of the city. Its very first construction, ordered in 888 by the 17th Doge of Venice, could never be completed following a collapse of the ground, while the tower was under construction.
Who has never heard from a loved one, a friend, or an acquaintance that appearances should never be trusted. Incredible, but true, behind this discreet neoclassical facade lies one of the most beautiful lyrical stages in the world.
In the large family of bell towers that make up Venice, we present to you that of Santo Stefano and its 61 meters high. While its origins were evaluated in the 12th century, its current appearance is much more recent.
In Venice, you don't have to be in Saint Mark's Square to be an iconic monument. Located in the Dorsoduro district, and almost at the southern end of the Grand Canal, the Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute is a spatial and symbolic landmark for Venetians.
In addition to reaching the end of the Dorsoduro district, you have also arrived at the place that is called Punta della Dogana here. In the 15th century, boats had to dock there to be able to be checked by the customs office.
Located in the southwest part of the city, the Dorsoduro district, which is translated as “Hard back”, takes its name from the firmer solidity of the land that composes it. If art galleries and universities make it artistic and cultural, Dorsoduro is rather known for being the “chic” area of Venice.
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