One of the premier symbols of Venice: Although the office of the Doge of Venice was created in the seventh century, it was not until the 9th century that the first ducal palace was built. This old palace was destroyed by a series of fire. The existing Palazzo Ducale, located at one end of the Piazza San Marco, forms part of the impressive architecture in the heart of Venice. It gained its present form between 1340 and 1420 and was further extended and renovated by subsequent doges. Palace … [Read more...]
A Secret Tour Inside the Doge's Palace
June 14, 2010 by
Doge's Palace - Home to the Doge as well as the Infamous Prisons: Since the early days of the Venetian Republic, the Doge's Palace was the seat of the government, housed the Palace of Justice and was the residence of the Doge. It was also used to house the administrative offices of the government, along with several prisons. On an "Itinerari Segreti" or Secret Itinerary tour of the palace, we go inside the Palazzo Ducale and behind the scenes to the offices of the government and the Doge's … [Read more...]
