Long Walk to Saint Mark’s Basilica, Venice, Italy
The history of St. Mark’s Basilica dates back to the 9th century when it was founded to house the remains of Saint Mark. Long walk to the basilica from the bus station.
St. Mark’s Basilica: P.za San Marco, 328, 30100 Venezia VE
I decided to walk to St. Mark’s Basilica through a Venice area where I have not been to see more of Venice. It was a long walk, but I did not feel bored because Venice had something to see throughout the walk.
The walk was through the Cannaregio area.
Checking out the side streets away from the main road. Unlike the main streets, the side street is quiet, with only a few people.
Back to the main road
Another side streets
Back to the main road
This is the San Polo area near St. Mark’s Square. I posted this area in a previous post.
The St. Mark’s Plaza
St. Mark’s Basilica
The basilica is characterized by its unique blend of architectural styles, including Byzantine, Romanesque, and Gothic elements. It features intricate mosaics, marble columns, and domes.
Looking sideways
The rear side
Looking back toward the front entrance of the church
Looking toward the front entrance of the church
Looking sideways
On the church’s second floor is a small museum that preserves some of the objects found in the church.
The interior of the basilica is renowned for its stunning mosaic work, which covers the vaults, domes, and walls. Some of the mosaics are preserved here.
Outside to balcony
St. Mark’s Plaza
The other side
Downed to the plaza
Bridge of Sighs is nearby. The bridge was built in the early 17th century (completed in 1603) by Antonio Contino to connect the Doge’s Palace with the nearby prison. The legend behind the name suggests that prisoners would sigh at their last view of beautiful Venice through the bridge’s windows before being imprisoned.