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.