Church of Sant’Aponal
The Church of Sant’Aponal, located in the San Polo district in Venice, is a historically significant landmark, despite being deconsecrated and used as an archive today. Founded in 1034 by noble families from Ravenna, the church was dedicated to Saint Apollinaris, from whom the Venetian name “Sant’Aponal” derives. Over the centuries, the building has undergone […]
Church of San Cassiano
The Church of San Cassiano in Venice, located in the district of San Polo, is a place of worship with a rich and fascinating history. Its origins date back to 726, when the first church dedicated to Saint Cecilia, the patron saint of music, was built. Over the centuries, the building has undergone numerous reconstructions, […]
Church of Saint Simeon the Prophet
The Church of San Simeone Profeta, also known as San Simeone Grande, is located in the district of Santa Croce in Venice, just a few steps from the Santa Lucia train station. This place of worship has an ancient history rich in transformations, reflecting the evolution of the city and its religious traditions. The original […]
Museum of Oriental Art
The Museum of Oriental Art in Venice, located in the district of Santa Croce, is a place of extraordinary beauty and cultural interest. Housed inside the majestic Palazzo Mocenigo at San Stae, the museum offers visitors a fascinating immersion into the art and culture of the Far East, with particular attention to Japan, China, and […]
Wagner Museum
The Wagner Museum, located in the Ca’ Vendramin Calergi Palace in the Cannaregio district of Venice, is a fascinating tribute to the life and work of the famous German composer Richard Wagner. This unique museum offers visitors an immersion into the world of the composer, highlighting the deep connection between Wagner and Venice, a city […]
Church of San Simeone Piccolo
The Church of San Simeone Piccolo, located in the district of Santa Croce in Venice, is an extraordinary example of neoclassical architecture and one of the most recognizable symbols of the city. Built between 1718 and 1738, the church is dedicated to Saint Simeon the Prophet and Saint Simeon Stylites, and its green dome is […]
Church of San Stae
The Church of San Stae, located in the Santa Croce district in Venice, is a jewel of Venetian Baroque, known for its scenic position on the Grand Canal and its rich artistic and architectural history. The church, dedicated to Saint Eustace, has undergone several transformations over the centuries, evolving from a medieval structure to a […]
International Gallery of Modern Art Ca’ Pesaro
The International Gallery of Modern Art Ca’ Pesaro, located in the Santa Croce district in Venice, is an institution of great prestige and cultural importance. The building that houses the museum, Ca’ Pesaro, is a magnificent Baroque palace overlooking the Grand Canal. Built in the 17th century according to the design of Baldassare Longhena, the […]
Natural History Museum
The Natural History Museum of Venice, located in the district of Santa Croce, is a must-see for anyone wishing to explore the extraordinary biodiversity of our planet and the rich natural history of the Venetian region. This fascinating museum is housed in the Fontego dei Turchi, a historic building that has undergone numerous transformations over […]
Mocenigo Palace
The Palazzo Mocenigo, located in the Santa Croce district in Venice, is a splendid historic residence that now houses the Museum of Textile, Costume, and Perfume History. This magnificent Gothic structure, extensively rebuilt at the beginning of the 17th century, was the residence of the Mocenigo family, one of the most important in the Venetian […]
