Canal Grande - Venice
The Grand Canal in Venice is a wonderful stretch of water and it is often
referred to as 'the most beautiful street in the city'. Travelling along the
historic canal is a great way to see some of the city's most spectacular and
extravagant architecture. A trip at night is a particularly memorable
experience, with the city's architecture reflecting in the water.
Chiesa dei Frari
Campo dei Frari, San Polo, Venice
Tel: +39 (0)41 522 2637
This church is simply enormous and the architecture is a combination of
plain brickwork and fine detail. Known to many simply as the 'Frari', the
first church was built between 1250 and 1338 and was subsequently replaced
by a much larger building in the mid-15th century. The striking interior is
vast and contains many pieces of high-quality artwork, including
masterpieces by Titian and Giovanni Bellini. There is also a large statue
created by Donatello and many other imposing monuments.
Scuola Grande di San Rocco
Campo San Rocco, San Polo 3058, Venice
Tel: +39 (0)41 523 4864
With large, white marble columns on the facade, this building is quite
splendid on the outside, and simply breathtaking on the inside. The interior
has been richly decorated by famous artist Tintoretto, who spent over 23
years of his life decorating the school. There are more than 50 paintings by
the master and the concentration of work is almost overwhelming. Hand
mirrors are available to allow visitors to inspect the ceiling paintings
more easily. There is also some interesting carved woodwork, which includes
a false book collection.
Attraction open: April to October - 09:00 to 17:30
November to March - 10:00 to 16:00
Campo dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo
Campo dei San Giovanni e Paolo, Venice
This square is full of many popular Venice attractions and used to be
known as the Campo delle Maravege (marvels). It features an imposing
sculpture - Monumento di Bartolomeo Colleoni - which stands in the square
and was created by Verrocchio. Also nearby is the church of Santi Giovanni e
Paolo, which was founded by the Dominicans in 1246. Construction of the
present church actually began in 1333 and was finally completed almost 100
years later. It was restored in the 1920s and the large interior is home to
many monuments.
Santa Maria della Salute
Campo della Salute, Dorduro, Venice
Tel: +39 (0)41 423 7951
This famous Venetian landmark dominates the view of the Grand Canal from
the lagoon and the water is reflected on its bright surface. The Ciesa di
Santa Maria della Salute is a very individual and beautiful octagonal
church, built partly of 'marmorino', a brick covered with marble dust. It
was constructed between 1631 to 1681 in thanksgiving after Venice began to
recover from the great plague of 1630 to 1631. It was designed by Longhena
and has an enormous white dome and very grand baroque- style architecture.
Chiesa di San Sebastiano
Campo San Sebastiano, Dorsoduro, Venice
Tel: +39 (0)41 528 2487
Built in the 16th century, this parish church was decorated by artist
Paolo Veronese, who filled the interior with wonderful frescoes and
canvases, which cover much of the ceiling and walls, making it truly
individual. Veronese produced many astounding works here throughout his
career, and after his death, the church became his resting place. Titian
also left his mark here, with his notable 'San Nicoḷ' painting near the
entrance.
Attraction open: Monday to Saturday - 10:00 to 17:00, Sunday - 13:00 to
17:00
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