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Basilica of Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari
After the Basilica of St. Mark's, the Basilica of Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari is the most remarkable ecclesiastical complex in Venice, as well as being one of the most important Franciscan foundations in Italy. Originally built between 1236 and 1338 by the Franciscan Conventual Friars, the structure was thoroughly re-modelled in the 14th century and given its present more grandiose form of central nave, two side aisles and seven apsidal chapels after Franciscan-Gothic designs. Over the centuries the basilica has become a veritable treasure-chest of exceptional works of art.
Saint Mark's Basilica
Excellent site in English and Italian giving a history of the Basilica as well as panoramic views, e-postcards and information about up-coming events.
It is free to enter the Basilica - although there are often long queues in busy periods. To avoid the queue you can book online - it costs 1 Euro and is available between 1st April and 31st October. The same link enables you to book guided tours.
There is a charge to enter the Treasury, a charge to see the Pala d'Oro and a charge and climb up to the balcony overlooking Saint Mark's Square.
It is free to enter the Basilica - although there are often long queues in busy periods. To avoid the queue you can book online - it costs 1 Euro and is available between 1st April and 31st October. The same link enables you to book guided tours.
There is a charge to enter the Treasury, a charge to see the Pala d'Oro and a charge and climb up to the balcony overlooking Saint Mark's Square.
Basilica dei santi Giovanni e Paolo
The large church next to the hospital is open on weekdays from 9 am to 6 pm. The entry fee is 3.50 Euros.
Basilica of San Stae
San Stae, an abbreviation for Saint Eustachius, was founded at the beginning of 11th century and reconstructed in 17th century, has a main facade (1709) on the Grand Canal of Venice, constructed by Domenico Rossi, and richly decorated with statuary by Giuseppe Torretto, Antonio Tarsia, Pietro Baratta, and Antonio Corradini.
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