The Venice Biennale – New Zealand Pavilion
The New Zealand Pavilion at the Venice Biennale is an emblematic place for contemporary New Zealand art, an opportunity to showcase the dynamism and creativity of artists from this country to the world. Since its first participation in 2001, New Zealand has used the Biennale as a platform to explore relevant themes both locally and […]
Squero di San Trovaso
The Squero di San Trovaso is one of the oldest and most fascinating shipyards in Venice, located in the Dorsoduro district, near the Church of San Trovaso and the Accademia Bridge. Founded in the 17th century, it is one of the few traditional structures still in operation where the iconic Venetian gondolas are built and […]
Palazzo Ca’ Dario
Palazzo Ca’ Dario, located on the Grand Canal in the Dorsoduro district of Venice, is a building that combines unmistakable architectural elegance with a rich history of mysteries and dark legends. Built in the late 15th century commissioned by the merchant Giovanni Dario, the palace is a perfect example of Venetian Gothic style, with Renaissance […]
Parish Church of Santa Maria del Carmelo (Ai Carmini)
The Parish Church of Sant’Alvise, dedicated to Saint Louis of Toulouse and also known as Sant’Alvise, is located in the Cannaregio district of Venice. Built in 1383 on the initiative of Antonia Venier, a Venetian noblewoman who retired to a convent after having a vision of the saint, the church is a fascinating example of […]
Emilio and Annabianca Vedova Foundation
The Emilio and Annabianca Vedova Foundation, located in the Dorsoduro district of Venice, is one of the most important centers for contemporary art in Italy. Founded in 2009 by the renowned artist Emilio Vedova and his wife Annabianca, the foundation aims to preserve, promote, and enhance Vedova’s work, as well as promote cultural and artistic […]
Church of San Pantalon
The Church of San Pantalon, located in the Dorsoduro district of Venice, is a true hidden gem, famous for its extraordinary ceiling and fascinating history. Dedicated to San Pantaleone, a Christian martyr and doctor who lived between the 3rd and 4th centuries, the church overlooks the homonymous square and features an unfinished facade that, although […]
Church of San Barnaba – Leonardo da Vinci Museum
The Church of San Barnaba, located in the Dorsoduro district in Venice, is a fascinating example of neoclassical architecture and a place rich in history and art. Originally founded in the 9th century, the church has undergone numerous reconstructions and renovations over the centuries, due to fires and the needs of the religious community. The […]
Armenian College – Zenobio Palace
The Armenian College Moorat Raphael, housed in the magnificent Zenobio Palace in the Dorsoduro district of Venice, is a place of extraordinary architectural beauty and great cultural significance. This palace, built in the 17th century, is one of the most imposing examples of Venetian Baroque architecture and represents an important reference point for the Armenian […]
History of Physics Museum
The Museum of the History of Physics in Venice, located at the Department of Physics and Astronomy “Galileo Galilei” of the University of Padua, offers a fascinating immersion into the history of science. Founded to preserve and enhance the scientific heritage of the Paduan university, the museum collects instruments and equipment that testify to the […]
Hospital of Santa Maria degli Incurabili
The Hospital of Santa Maria degli Incurabili, located in the Dorsoduro district of Venice, is a monument to the history of medicine and healthcare in the Serenissima. Founded in the 16th century, the hospital represents an important testimony to the tradition of charity and care for the sick that characterized Venice, especially towards those suffering […]
