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St. Mark's Cathedral
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St.Mark the Evangelist (San Marco Evangelista) is the patron saint of Venice since his relics where taken here from Alexandria in Egypt around the year 800.
The first church intended to keep the precious relics was consecrated in 832, but the construction of the Basilica belongs to the 13th century. It was built in oriental style and it is covered by five byzantyne domes. The facade is very rich, with five portals decorated with precious marbles and romanesque sculptures.
Over the main entrance, divided into three arches, there are the renowned bronze horses of San Marco.
The Basilica of San Marco has always been the highest proud of Venetians, symbol of the power of the Republic, the place where they collected all the treasures gained during the conquests of oriental cities, as during the conquest of Constantinople.
The interior shows plentiful mosaics, the highest expressions of mosaic art from Middle Ages up to Renaissance. From the church you can get into the Gallery and Museum Marciano, where are the Bronze Horses, and the Treasure in the right arm of transept, with the precious remains coming from Constantinople.
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Hotel Palazzo Stern * * * * Venice
Palazzo Stern is situated in a very central position, facing the Grand Canal, just beside Ca’ Rezzonico and in front of Palazzo Grassi.
The hotel is cured in every small detail and is enriched by antiquities, sculptures and furniture of relevant interest.
Easily reachable by foot (from Piazz ...
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Hotel Rialto * * * * Venice
In the historic, artistic, and commercial heart of Venice, the hotel occupies a unique and enviable position, overlooking the Grand Canal and just across from Rialto Bridge, one of the most beautiful spots of the city.
It is only a 5-minute walk from the hotel to the wonderful Saint Mark's Squar ...
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Hotel Carlton - Grand Canal * * * * Venice
Boasting a truly unique location and a recently-renewed structure, this elegant hotel is characterized by its 100 windows overlooking the famous Grand Canal with its magnificent palaces.
The hotel blends a stylish selection of pastel shades, Venetian stuccoes, lamps made of Murano glass, and fun ...
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