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  Venice - Encyclopedia.WorldSearch   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Venice (Italian Venezia), the city of canals, is the capital of the region of Veneto, population 274,000 (2003).
In the 12th century the essentials for the power of Venice were laid: the Arsenal was under construction in 1104; Venice wrested control of the Brenner pass from Veronia in 1178, opening a lifeline to silver from Germany; the last autocratic doge, Vitale Michiele, died in 1172.
Venice was the early center of music printing; Ottaviano Petrucci began publishing music almost as soon as this technology was available, and his publishing enterprise helped to attract composers from all over Europe, especially from France and Flanders.
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 Best of Venice - Best of Venice, Italy - Venezien, Venezia, Venedig, Venetian, Venice Beach - Lido, & Lido di Venezia.
The buildings of Venice are constructed on closely spaced poles (made of a wood specially chosen because it strengthens with age), or pilings, which penetrate alternating layers of clay and
Venice was the early center of music printing; Ottaviano Petrucci began publishing music almost as soon as this technology was available, and his publishing enterprise helped to attract composers from all over Europe, especially from France and
By the end of the century, Venice was famous for the splendor of its music, as exemplified in the "colossal style" of Andrea and
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 Campo San Polo - Venice, Italy   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
The Campo San Polo is one of the biggest and most attractive squares of Venice.
The church of San Polo (see a photo of the doorway) is accessible with the Chorus Pass.
The Chiesa di San Polo is open from 10am to 5pm Monday to Saturday and from 1pm to 5pm on Sunday.
www.cheapvenice.com /campo-san-polo.htm   (103 words)

  
 Venice City Attractions - Luxury Travel - Hotel Discounts, Reservations, Hotels
One of the most precious Christian relics, the body of St. Mark, was recovered by a miracle and, buried beneath the Basilica di San Marco.
The church is a gem of Venice and a symbol of the power and wealth that Venice once attained.
Due to the size and style of this massive church, i Frari is often compared with the Church of San Giovanni e Paolo.
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 Amadeus Hotel - The Amadeus Hotel is located in Venice; Italy. The Marco Polo Venice airport is only 10 km away. There ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
The Marco Polo Venice airport is only 10 km away.
Venice is a truly unique city full of charm and romance and with a wealth of famous sights and attractions.
The life of the city revolves around the many canals; the most famous of which is the Grand Canal and not surprisingly the city is home to over 400 bridges.
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 •• Russo Palace Hotel •• Riv. San Nicolo, Lido, Marco Polo International Airport - Venice Hotels Reservation Online ...
Hotel located on Lido Island and is a quick 15 minutes from Marco Polo International Airport, an ideal location for a relaxing and enjoyable stay for both business and pleasure, enabling our guests to have a luxurious and comfortable stay.
The rooms are perfectly furnished in Cherry wood born from skilled hands of Venetian craftsmen that have made every piece a work of art.
Ground floor rooms have been adapted for disabled access and comprises the hall, library, TV room, bar, a garden with restaurant, that serves buffet breakfast on the veranda in a bright atmosphere with an enchanting view.
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 San Polo - Art History Online Reference and Guide
San Polo is the smallest of the six sestieri of Venice, covering just 86 acres (350,000 m²) along the Grand Canal.
It is one of the oldest parts of the city, having been settled before the ninth century, when it and San Marco formed part of the Realtine Islands.
Attractions in San Polo include the Rialto Bridge, the Church of San Giacomo di Rialto (according to legend the oldest in the city), the Campo San Polo, the House of Goldoni, the Church of Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari, the Church of San Rocco and the Scuola Grande di San Rocco.
www.arthistoryclub.com /art_history/San_Polo   (196 words)

  
 A2Z Languages: Venice, Italy - San Polo
The San Giacomo di Rialto, San Polo is the oldest church in Venice and was supposedly consecrated in the year 421.
At its side is a bell tower, one of the tallest in Venice, built in 1396.
Construction of the San Rocco church was started in 1489 on a Bon's project and consectraded in 1508.
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 Holiday rentals in San Polo, North East, Venice, Italy, Limonata, Apartment   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
San Cassiano is a short walk from either San Silvestro or San Stae which can be reached by vaporetto on the Linea 1.
Coming from Piazzale Roma you will be going in the direction of San Marco and while sitting comfortably on the vaporetto you will be able to take in the majesty of the Canal Grande, its colourful boats and the magnificent buildings facing the canal.
The two sestrieri of San Polo and Santa Croce are named after churches.
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 Elegant and Bizarre Apartments, San Polo District - Venice   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
It was embellished during the early centuries of the last millennium and particulary in the thirtheenth century when Venice dominated Mediterranean culture and economy.
Rialto Bridge: Till thirteenth century Venice was built on a groups of islands separated by channels and to get on the other side were laid down wood boards.
In the caractheristic San Polo District close to Campo San Aponal, these confortable flats are waiting for you to enjoy a relaxable and quiet stay in the center of Venice.
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 The Sestiere di San Polo (San Polo District) - Venice, Italy   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
The Sestiere di San Polo (San Polo District) - Venice, Italy
The Sestiere di San Polo (San Polo District) - Venice
It is in San Polo that the ancient beginnings of Venice are found, at the Rialto (or civitas Rialto) where on 25 March 421 the city was founded.
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 La Dolce Vita Rentals   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Venice Apartments The LDV Accommodations offers accommodations in over 20 bed and breakfasts and Venice apartments located in the historic center, as well as other desirable areas of the city.
Choose an apartment for your vacation in Venice, means, to be able to feel the real life; it means, sojourn in liberty and in privacy and to have the same services of the hotel.
All of our Venice apartments, are exclusively turned to accommodate up tourists, they are recorded and cataloged by tourist office.
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 Venice Hotels - Hotels In Venice Italy - Italy Hotels Online
The Hotel Plaza Is A Deluxe Hotel Located Seven Kilometers From The Marco Polo Venice Airport In The Heart Of The Veneto Region Lies Mestre, And In...
The Hotel Principe Is Situated On The Grand Canal And 9 Miles From The Airport From Its Convenient Situation, The Ponte Di Rialto And The Piazza San...
Situated In A Neighborhood Of Venice Located 300 Meters From The Rialto Bridge, The Hotel Santa Marina Is Housed In A Former Convent Overlooking Santa...
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 Venice Accommodation - Venice apartment accommodation in San Polo area of Venice Italy   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Venice Accommodation - Venice apartment accommodation in San Polo area of Venice Italy
Venice Accommodation - San Polo: - As you cross the Rialto bridge from San Marco you enter the San Polo area of Venice.
As you walk through the narrow and meandering streets of San Polo you'll be passing by some of the oldest buildings in Venice...
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 Guest houses Venice, Locanda Sant’Agostin, Venice Guest houses, Venice bed and breakfast, bed and breakfast in ...
For those who are looking for a small, yet elegant hotel in Venice, the Locanda Sant'Agostin is the ideal place for that exclusive holiday between the Sestieri di San Polo and Santa Croce...
Welcoming you to one of the friendliest hotels in Venice will be Leonardo and Federico, who are happy to give you the benefit of their experience...
One of the most intimate and elegant inns in Venice, the Sant'Agostin has chosen to furnish its rooms with period furniture and artefacts...
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 Tour of Venice - San Polo and Dorsoduro districts of Venice, Italy   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Visit the important Frari church, hidden away in the San Polo district of the city, home to masterpieces of Titian and Bellini as well as an imposing funeral monument by Canova.
Enjoy a guided walk through a labyrinth of streets and narrow passageways in the old artisans quarters of Venice and listen to numerous stories of the illustrious merchants and their acts of cruelty.
During this walk, you'll see some of the oldest houses in Venice, quaint picturesque bridges and palaces, an old prison for tax evaders and learn about how life used to be in Venice and how life is today for the modern day Venetians.
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 san polo, venice guide and attractions
The San Polo district of Venice is the second most important area of the city in terms of historical importance and attractions for the visitor to Venice.
But, it's also one of the most confusing parts of the city to navigate through and so we strongly recommend you take our Discovering San Polo and Dorsoduro walking tour.
Campo San Polo, is one of the largest squares of Venice, and is at the heart of the San Polo district.
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 Venice Districts & Landmarks: San Polo   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
From the San Marco district, the Rialto Bridge crosses the Grand Canal into the San Polo district.
In Venice's heyday, Rialto was one of Europe's leading commercial centres for cloth, cotton, cereals, gold and silver, but today there are mostly designer clothes and shoe shops lining the myriad of back streets that lead to the spacious Campo San Polo.
Behind the church is the Scuola di San Rocco, whose walls and ceilings are decorated by Tintoretto.
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 Venice Accommodation - Information about San Polo, Venice, Italy   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
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As you cross the Rialto bridge from San Marco you enter the San Polo area of Venice.
San Polo is also home to the Rialto Market, which used to be the centre of trade and commerce for the Venetian Empire.
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 •• Hotel Locanda Armizo •• Campo San Silverstro San Polo, Rialto Bridge, Grand Canal - Venice Hotels Reservation ...
The recent renovations have been carried out to ensure that guests live the magic atmosphere of Venice, not only as tourists, but also as an integral part of this unique and incredible city.
Depending on the length of your stay, the hotel has many different itineraries ready which will permit you to discover the hidden places usually not frequented by the tourists, (but not for this reason less fascinating than the usual tourist sight).
12 km from the marco polo venice airport.
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 Venice Hotels - Directory of Venice Hotels - Venice Hotel Directory - Find cheap discounts and deals on rooms   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
ALBERGO BONVECCHIATI SAN MARCO 4888, 30124 VENICE, VENICE, 30124 IT
PALAZZO BEMBO SAN MARCO 4785,, VENICE, 30124 IT
SAN ZULIAN NIHOTELS SAN MARCO 535, 30124 VENICE, VENICE, 30124 IT
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 Locanda Ovidius Venice Italy - Discount Hotel in Venice Italy
Venice Italy's Locanda Ovidius Hotel is thought to be a quality hotel by our team.
The Staff at More Venice Italy Hotels is proud to offer Locanda Ovidius Venice Italy its information, and booking reservations.
More Hotels, however, is not officially affiliated or associated with the Locanda Ovidius Venice Italy, its staff, principals, or other business organizations.
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 Apartment S.Polo 2 - Venice Apartments Rentals: accommodation, lodging flats, Venice Italy, Campo San Polo.
Apartment S.Polo 2 - Venice Apartments Rentals: accommodation, lodging flats, Venice Italy, Campo San Polo.
This apartment is located at the last and 5th floor of a Venetian palace in S.Polo Square (Campo S.Polo).
The apartment is situated in Campo San Polo, one of the most beautiful “Campi” of Venice: really close to the well-known Rialto Bridge, it is reach in shops and restaurants where you can taste typical Venetian food.
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 Hotel Locanda Armizo in Venice, Italy
Campo San Silvestro San Polo, Venice, null Italy IT The locanda Armizo, an antique residence of venetian merchants now converted into six welcoming rooms finished in typical venetian style, all with a private bathroom, air conditioning, TV and telephone.
The recent renovations have been carried out to ensure that our guests live the magic atmosphere of Venice, not only as tourists, but also as an integral part of this unique and incredible city.
You will feel venetian depending on the length of your stay, we have many different itineraries ready which will permit you to discover the hidden places usually not frequented by the tourists, but not for this reason less fascinating than the usual tourist sight.
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 Rio di San Polo   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Venice is full of marvelous perspectives and precarious angles.
Glimpses such as this are to be found at every corner.
I have tried to give the buildings the solidity they deserve without repressing their character.
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 Saint Polo (Paolo Apostolo) - Venice Churches
Almost nothings remains of the ancient foundation of S. Polo Church: archipointed door with two angels, the big Gothic finial by Bon's work-shop and the bell tower that dates back to 1362.
Interior cearly shows the restoration made in 1804 by architect Davide Rossi who adapted the previous Gothic church to his neoclassical changes.
This church is known for many works are kept inside, expecially sixteenth century Venetian paintings as L'ultima cena (Last Dinner) by Tintoretto on the back wall and L'Assunta e i santi, probably realized by the artist in collaboration with his work-shop.
www.invenicetoday.com /art-tour/churches/spolo/sanpolo.htm   (148 words)

  
 Hotel Ca' San Polo Hotel Venice Address. Compare Rates & Book Online.
CA SAN POLO has been owned and run by the Mioni Family who for four generations have been offering accommodation in the historic heart of Venice along the route between PIAZZALE ROMA - RIALTO BRIDGE.
In the LOCANDA SAN POLO, the extensive experience, expertise and kindness of Fabio and Cinzia Mioni, all traits that have been transmitted to the carefully selected and expertly managed staff, guarantee only top level service.
If the Hotel Ca' San Polo Hotel Venice doesn't meet your requirements check out the hotels below which are all based nearby.
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 Encyclopedia: San Polo di Venezia
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The Chiesa di San Polo, dedicated to Apostle Paul, gives its name to the San Polo sestiere of Venice.
The current Gothic church dates from the 15th century, but a church has stood on the site since the 9th century and the beautiful south doorway, possibly by Bartolomeo Bon, survives from this church.
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 Find your private guide or personal tour.Private and personal tours Italy Dorsoduro & San Polo Sabrina Scaglianti   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
This itinerary unfolds through the elegant Dorsoduro district, one of the favourite areas among Anglo — American visitors in Venice at the turn of the 20 th century and proceeds to San Polo, reaching the Rialto Bridge.
As the tour proceeds, passing by the Accademia Galleries and San Barnaba church, once used as a “library” by Dr. Indiana Jones, we get into the lively campo Santa Margherita.
There we visit the most famous Baroque church of Venice: Santa Maria della Salute that houses the paintings of Titian, Salviati and Tintoretto.
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