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Basilica of San Giorgio Maggiore

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Basilica of San Giorgio Maggiore
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View from the tower to the Basilica

1.
St. Mark's Basilica

The best example of Byzantine architecture

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| Altitude: 2 m / 7 ft

St. Basil's Cathedral Mark is the main church and one of the most important monuments of Venice and Italy. Today it is probably the best preserved example of Byzantine architecture. It is located on Saint Mark's Square next to the Doge's Palace. The basilica hase about 1000 years old core, with five domes, arches and windows decorated with a tracery, and with stunning interiors is rightly one of the most beautiful medieval buildings in the world. continue reading

2.
Rialto Bridge

The most visited bridge in Venice

One of the icons of Venice is the Ponte di Rialto bridge. It is one of the four bridges over the Ponte di Rialto. It comes from the end of the 16th century. continue reading

3.
Doge's Palace

The most important Gothic monument of Venice

Altitude: 2 m / 7 ft

The Doge's Palace is considered one of the most important Gothic monuments in Italy. It was the seat of the Doges, which was the governing council of the Republic of Venice. It is beautifully decorated both outside and inside. The palace can be visited continue reading

4.
Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute

Amazing baroque basilica in Venice

Altitude: 3 m / 10 ft

One of the most beautiful churches in Venice is the magnificent Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute, built at the time of the Great Plague. The church is built in an amazing location right next to the Grand Canal. From the tower of the church there is a wonderful view of the city and the neighboring island of Isola San Giorgio continue reading

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St. Mark's Square

The most beautiful square in Venice

Altitude: 0 m / 0 ft

With the Basilica of St. Mark with a tower continue reading

6.
Bridge of Sighs

The most romantic bridge in Venice

Altitude: 2 m / 7 ft

The Bridge of Sighs is one of the most photographed places in Venice. This is where prisoners were led as they began their prison sentences. continue reading

7.
Arsenal

Altitude: 2 m / 7 ft

Arsenal should be a military building. continue reading

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Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo

One of the most impressive church buildings in Venice

Altitude: 2 m / 7 ft

The Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo is one of the most beautiful church monuments in Venice. It was also important because many Venetian doges (the most important representatives of Venice) are buried here. continue reading

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