A Year Ago in Venice
Last year, I spent Holy Week in Italy. I stayed in Venice the first several days of my trip before heading to Vatican City for the Triduum Sacrum.
As I reminisce the time spent in Venice, I likewise want to share the enjoyable experience with you through this article.
The Water Taxi Ride to Venezia
Photos and gif in this article by silversaver888Taking a water taxi when arriving in the evening in Venice, Italy is most convenient and picturesque.
The Rialto Market, Venezia
Photos and gif in this article by silversaver888Let us go to the market!
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There is no farmable land here; so no meat, dairy or grains. Originally constructed of wood, the whole city was a fire hazard; so no wood-burning ovens for pizza. As a trading city though, Venice did have access to spices from around the world, not to mention endless access to fish.
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Can you guess the other usual Italian dish using squid ink? I think I will post a recipe on a future article.
Piazza di San Marco, Venezia
Photos and gif in this article by silversaver888Piazza San Marco is in the heart of Venice. It is 590 ft (180 m) long and 230 ft (70 m) wide, and is the only “piazza” in Venice, since the rest of the squares are called “piazzales” or “campos”. It was established during the ninth century, but adopted its current size and form in 1177, and was paved one hundred years later. The Piazza San Marco is one of the most beautiful in the world. Napoleon called it “the world’s most beautiful drawing room”.
I took a series of photos so that I can share a sort of a 360 degrees views of the Piazza di San Marco.
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The top attractions in the piazza are:
1. The Basilica di San Marco (St Mark’s Basilica) is the cathedral church of Venice. It houses Saint Mark’s relics. Basilica is built in the shape of a Latin cross and has five domes with over 4,000 square meters of mosaics, some from the thirteenth century, and 500 columns from the third century.
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2. The Campanile di San Marco, the bell tower of St. Mark’s Basilica.
It is the tallest building in Venice. At the top of the Tower is a golden statue that represents the archangel Gabriel.
The original tower was used as a lighthouse for the sailors, as well as a belfry.
3. Palazzo Ducale, the Doge’s Palace. The Palazzo Ducale was originally a fortified castle founded between the tenth and eleventh centuries. The building has been the doges residence and public offices since the old castle was built in 810. During nearly 1,000 years, 120 doges ruled over Venice from the Doge’s Palace.
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4. It is also worth highlighting the Columns of Saint Mark and Saint Theodore. The two columns are made of granite and marble and were placed near the entrance of the square in 1172. During the eighteenth century, public executions were held between the two pillars.
You can see the Columns of Saint Mark and Saint Theodore on the photos below.
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One of the rules of Piazza San Marco: it is forbidden to throw rubbish or feed the pigeons. Obviously the rules are not enforced.
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I have many other photos to share with you, but chose mostly those that are not usually shown of Venice.
This last photo was taken the morning of Palm Sunday, as the palms that will be used for the celebration were being unloaded from the boat.
From Venice, I headed to Rome and celebrated the Paschal Triduum (Good Friday, Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday) at the Vatican.
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WOW!! It looks like you had an amazing time, hopefully when all this crazy shit passes, you'll be able to spend more time in some lovely places
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