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Casa dei Tre Oci: A Story Etched in Stone on Giudecca Island, Venice

On the island of Giudecca in Venice, facing the splendor of St. Mark’s Basin, stands one of the city’s most intriguing buildings: the Casa dei Tre Oci, or “House of the Three Eyes.” Its name, in the Venetian dialect, refers to the three large ogival windows that dominate the main façade—”oci” meaning “eyes.” By Till […]

Walking Through Stories: Literary Landmarks of Venice

Venice has always been more than a beautiful city of canals and palazzi: it is a place of mystery, romance and intrigue, and countless authors have set their stories among its winding streets and grand monuments. If you’d like to see Venice through the eyes of a writer—and then walk in their footsteps—here are four […]

Restored to Glory: Tintoretto’s Crucifixion Reignites the Brilliance of Scuola Grande di San Rocco

Scuola Grande di San Rocco stands as one of Venice’s most awe-inspiring treasures, a sanctuary of art and history that invites visitors to embark on a journey through time and creativity. This magnificent building, often revered as the “Pantheon of Tintoretto,” not only boasts an impressive collection of Renaissance masterpieces but also provides a unique […]

Beyond Vivaldi: Rediscovering Giovanni Gabrieli, St. Mark’s Basilica Maestro

When visitors think of Venice’s rich musical history, Antonio Vivaldi often takes center stage. However, there is another influential figure whose contributions have profoundly shaped the Venetian sound—Giovanni Gabrieli.