Sunday Special – Basilica di San Marco, Venice

As I have mentioned previously, I am writing several Sunday Special posts about places that I have actually visited. Well, for today it is only a half truth. I have visited Venice, once, back in 1991. I have also seen the Basilica di San Marco, found at the end of the Piazza di San Marco,... Continue Reading →

April 18, 2021 0

SUNDAY’S SPECIAL SPOT – RIALTO BRIDGE

Completed in 1591 C.E., Venice's Rialto Bridge is its oldest and most famous. For centuries this famed bridge was the only passage across the waters of Grand Canal by foot. This stunning stone bridge was erected to replace a former wooden bridge that was deemed unsafe (and probably not as eye-pleasing). The honour of the... Continue Reading →