Santa Maria dei Carmini is a historic church tucked into the lively Dorsoduro district of Venice, just off Campo Santa Margherita and well worth a quiet visit between the city’s busier landmarks. Originally built in the 14th century for the Carmelite order and dedicated to Our Lady of Mount Carmel, the church blends Gothic origins … Continue reading Santa Maria dei Carmini
The Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute is one of Venice’s most striking landmarks, rising gracefully at the entrance to the Grand Canal where it meets the Bacino di San Marco. Built in the 17th century as a votive church after the city survived a devastating plague, its luminous white stone exterior and massive octagonal … Continue reading Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute
The Chiesa di San Nicolò dei Mendicoli is a charming little church located in the Dorsoduro district of Venice, known for its rustic beauty. Dating back to the 12th century, this historic church boasts a delightful Romanesque facade, characterized by its simple yet elegant design. As visitors approach, they will be greeted by the traditional … Continue reading Chiesa di San Nicolò dei Mendicoli
The Church of Saint Sebastian (Chiesa di San Sebastiano) in Venice is a hidden gem that offers a unique insight into the city’s Baroque art and architecture. Located in the Dorsoduro district, this church is dedicated to Saint Sebastian, a martyr depicted in numerous artworks within its walls. The exterior, although modest compared to some … Continue reading Chiesa di San Sebastiano
Housed inside the deconsecrated San Barnaba Church, Leonardo da Vinci: The Exhibition in Venice offers a hands-on exploration of the genius of one of history’s greatest minds. Rather than focusing solely on his paintings, the exhibition highlights Leonardo’s scientific and engineering brilliance through over 200 objects, including wooden models of his inventions that have been … Continue reading Leonardo da Vinci: The Exhibition
Ca’ Rezzonico is one of Venice’s grandest palaces, now transformed into a museum dedicated to the art and culture of the Venetian 18th century. Overlooking the Grand Canal, the palace itself is a masterpiece of baroque and rococo architecture, designed by Baldassare Longhena and later completed by Giorgio Massari. As you step inside, you are … Continue reading Ca’ Rezzonico
The Punta della Dogana – Pinault Collection is a striking contemporary art museum set in Venice’s historic former customs house, a triangular building that juts into the water where the Grand Canal meets the Giudecca Canal. Renovated by Japanese architect Tadao Ando, the space blends sleek, minimalist design with the building’s centuries-old brickwork and beams, … Continue reading Punta della Dogana – Pinault Collection
The Gallerie dell’Accademia is Venice’s premier art museum, offering a journey through the city’s rich artistic heritage from the 14th to the 18th centuries. Housed in a former monastery complex along the Grand Canal, its spacious, light-filled galleries display masterpieces by Venetian greats such as Bellini, Titian, Tintoretto, Veronese, and Canaletto. The collection captures the … Continue reading Gallerie dell’Accademia
The Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice is an intimate yet world-class modern art museum set along the Grand Canal in the Dorsoduro district, housed in the former home of the American heiress and art collector Peggy Guggenheim. The museum’s airy rooms and tranquil sculpture garden showcase an extraordinary array of 20th-century masterpieces by artists such … Continue reading Peggy Guggenheim Collection
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