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One of the largest archives in the world, in an old Franciscan monastery. Manuscripts, texts and documents related to the history of the Venetian Serenissima.
The State Archives of Venice is the state archival institution in Venice, Italy. It preserves historical records produced by public offices and institutions in the metropolitan city as part of the national archival network administered by the Ministry of Culture. It is located at Campo dei Frari, in the sestiere of San Polo.
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Basilica dei Frai, often just referred to as the Frari
The big friary church, fine example of Venetian Gothic architecture, with fine monuments and paintings of Titian, Belliniand Donatello, among which the famous 'Assunta' by Titian.
Small museum dedicated to the life and work of Leonardo da Vinci.
Monumental staircase by Codussi, splendid San Giovanni Salon, Oratory of the Cross with precious reliquiaries.
A masterpiece of Tintoretto, this guild house is an exquisite example of Mannerist art at its best. In order to allow a comfortable admiration of the detailed ceiling, mirrors are offered to the visitors. Cycles of allegories, life and passion of Christ, scenes from the Old and New Testament.
Casa di Carlo Goldoni, Centro di Studi Teatrali
Birthplace of Venice's most famous playwright. Museum, library and theater studies center. A MUVE museum.
This church is possibly the oldest church in Venice built around 421. It is most recognized for its 15th-century clock above the entrance of the church. It is also recognized for the red pillars and beautiful gold accents around the church itself.