Great School of St. John the Evangelist
The Scuola Grande of San Giovanni Evangelista, located in the district of San Polo in Venice, is one of the oldest and most prestigious institutions in the city. Founded in 1261, the Scuola is one of the six most important lay confraternities, the so-called “Scuole Grandi”, which played a crucial role in the social and […]
Church of San Zaccaria
The Church of San Zaccaria, located in the Castello district in Venice, is one of the most fascinating and historically significant in the city. Its history dates back to the 8th century, when it was built by the doge Giustiniano Partecipazio to house the relics of San Zaccaria, the father of John the Baptist. The […]
Basilica of Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari
The Basilica of Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari, commonly known as “i Frari”, is one of the most imposing and important ecclesiastical complexes in Venice. Located in the San Polo district, this Franciscan church is an extraordinary example of Venetian Gothic architecture and houses a rich collection of priceless works of art. The history of […]
Acqua Alta Bookstore
The Acqua Alta Bookshop, located in the Castello district in Venice, is a unique and fascinating place, often considered one of the most beautiful bookshops in the world. Founded in 2002 by Luigi Frizzo, the bookshop embodies the eccentric spirit and resilience of the lagoon city. The name itself, “Acqua Alta”, refers to the phenomenon […]
Palazzo Grassi
Palazzo Grassi, located in the San Marco district in Venice, is a magnificent example of neoclassical architecture that has played a crucial role in the city’s cultural life for over two centuries. Built between 1748 and 1772 according to the design of architect Giorgio Massari, the palace was commissioned by the wealthy Grassi family, who […]
Ca’ Rezzonico
Ca’ Rezzonico, located in the Dorsoduro district in Venice, is one of the most majestic palaces on the Grand Canal and houses the Museum of 18th Century Venetian Art. This palace is an icon of Venetian Baroque and Rococo architecture and is a fascinating witness to life and art in 18th century Venice. The construction […]
Golden House
The Ca’ d’Oro, located in the Cannaregio district of Venice, is one of the most fascinating and representative palaces of Venetian Gothic architecture. Built between 1421 and 1440 at the behest of the merchant Marino Contarini, the Ca’ d’Oro owes its name to the sumptuous gold leaf coverings that once adorned its facade, giving it […]
Great School of Saint Roch
The Scuola Grande di San Rocco, located in the San Polo district in Venice, is one of the most fascinating and historically rich monuments in the city. Founded in 1478 as a lay confraternity dedicated to San Rocco, the patron saint of the plague-stricken, the Scuola quickly became one of the most influential and wealthy […]
Correr Museum
The Correr Museum, located in the heart of Venice in Piazza San Marco, is one of the city’s most prestigious museums, dedicated to illustrating the history, art, and culture of Venice. Founded thanks to the generous donation of Teodoro Correr in 1830, the museum offers a journey through the centuries, telling the story of the […]
Rialto Bridge
The Rialto Bridge is one of the four bridges that cross the Grand Canal in Venice and the oldest and most iconic in the city. Built between 1588 and 1591 according to the design of the architect Antonio da Ponte, the bridge replaced a series of previous bridges, the first of which was a boat […]
