World-Famous Basilica
Neighborhood: San Marco
Nearest Train: ACTV 1, 82, 41, 42,
Phone: +39 041 522 5205
Fax: +39 041 520 8289
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Started in the 9th Century, this church's architecture shows an eastern and Byzantine influence: note the golden altarpiece and the 13th and 14th-century mosaics that illustrate the cycles of the Bible. The magnificent domes date from the 12th Century. The Basilica houses the Marciano Museum, which contains the original bronze horses, copies of which are now on the terrace. Other great artworks are located in the Pala d'Oro, along with masterpieces of Gothic goldsmithing, located just behind the altar. Admission to Basilica: Free.
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Take a tour
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Reviewed by:aussie2liz from on Sep 30 2007
it was magnificent
i havent seen anything more beautiful then the balisica di san marco in venice italy ......
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from australia on Jul 16 2007
The museum
Getting into the church is free. Once you get inside though you may want to visit the Treasury or Mu...
Reviewed by:rhondajokidd from USA on Feb 18 2007
