Rialto Bridge

The Rialto Bridge is the oldest, and at the same time the only bridge rising above the Venetian Grand Canal. It was so until the time of the Ponte dell’Accademia in 1854. It must be admitted that despite his age Rialto Bridge impresses. This is due not only to its shape and architecture, but also from the fact that a single-span building provides space for trade stalls, separated by arches arcades. In the middle of the bridge was built elevated arch, … Continue reading Rialto Bridge

Bell Tower of St. Mark

Among non-sacral facilities worth seeing, need to mention the Bell Tower of St. Mark. It is the tallest building in Venice, because its height is 99 m. It extends an unforgettable view on St. Mark’s Square and the Doge’s palace. There is seen also a dome of St Mark Basilica. Interestingly, from this tower will not see any of the many Venetian canals.
It should be emphasized that the current bell tower was reconstructed in 1912. … Continue reading Bell Tower of St. Mark

The Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari

Another church, which must see while being in Venice, is the Basilica of Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari, commonly called the Friari. Located in Calle del Magazzen. Basilica is one of the largest and finest Gothic sacred buildings in Venice.
In fact, it is a powerful and extremely massive monastery complex, which belongs to the Franciscan order. Was built in the thirteenth century, but was rebuilt first in the fourteenth century, and then in the fifteenth century. … Continue reading The Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari

Palazzo Grassi

Another place worth mentioning is stately Palazzo Grassi. The investor of this palace was house of Grassi. Construction began approx. 1748 and the designer was probably Giorgio Massari.
For a time the palace belonged to the Italian automotive company FIAT who organized a variety of valuable exhibition. However, in October 2004, the building was sold to the authorities of Venice, which organized there a casino. … Continue reading Palazzo Grassi

Church of San Giorgio Maggiore

Being in Venice is worth to visit the church of San Giorgio Maggiore. He belonged to the Benedictine abbey, located on the island of San Giorgio in Venice. The temple was built in the years 1597 – 1610, and its designer was Andrea Palladio.
The church was built in the form of a basilica. There are three naves, topped with a dome located at the intersection of the nave and transept. The nave is ended by extended chancel. … Continue reading Church of San Giorgio Maggiore

Ca ‘Pesaro – Pesaro family palace

One of the most interesting and simultaneously lesser-known buildings is the Ca ‘Pesaro, which is a palace belonging to the family of Pesaro. Its designer was Baldessarre Longhena. At the time of his death in 1682, the palace had only one floor. For the next 28 years continued construction, which was finally completed in 1710. Today, the building is regarded as one of the largest in whole Venice. For over 100 years it houses the Museum of Contemporary Art. … Continue reading Ca ‘Pesaro – Pesaro family palace

Museo Correr

Museo Correr is housed in a Napoleon wing of St. Mark’s Square. Collected here a collection of valuable coins, antique books, regalia and weapons. Added to this impressive collection of paintings, which certainly will interest enthusiasts of Venice. In addition, worth to pay attention to the exhibition of Venetian art and Venetian painting from the thirteenth century until about 1500. Interestingly, not all exhibited works are made by the Venetians. … Continue reading Museo Correr

Guggenheim Museum

Palazzo Venier dei Leoni is a place where located private Peggy Guggenheim Museum. She was an American collector, which lived in Venice over 30 years.
Her collection consists the unusual and unique works of contemporary artists. Particular attention should be paid to “Bird in Space” and “Teacher” by Brancusi, “Red tower” and “Nostalgia of poet” by de Chirico, “Dressing the Bride” by Max Ernst, Laurens and Lipchitza sculptures, paintings of Malevich and interesting collages of Schwitters. … Continue reading Guggenheim Museum