What to See in Venice: Some Noteworthy Churches in Cannaregio: Cannaregio was once the cradle of painters, sculptors, composers and other artistic types. Many churches in Cannaregio have benefited from artists such as Tintoretto and Titian having homes in this district. Here are some of the … [Read more...]
Churches in Castello
What to See in Venice: The Churches in Castello Sestiere: Like many of the churches in Venice, a vast number of the churches in Castello were bound by legends or built by famous architects and are repositories of artwork by master painters. But more than tradition, architecture and art, some … [Read more...]
Places to see in Dorsoduro
Places to see in Dorsoduro: Dorsoduro Palaces, Squares, Monuments and Streets: From the imposing palaces on the Grand Canal to the many churches with their wealth of sculptures and paintings, there is much to see and do in Dorsoduro. This sestiere is generally less touristy than some parts of … [Read more...]
Places to see in San Marco
What to See in Venice: San Marco Sights and Attractions: As the centre of politics and the judiciary, San Marco is where the powerhouses of Venice are located. The Palazzo Ducale and Basilica di San Marco are on Piazza San Marcoand within the square itself are the most important and … [Read more...]