When we went to Venice for a romantic break I was looking forward to a gondola ride under the Rialto Bridge, seeing St Marks Square, the Basillica, the Bridge of Sighs, nearby Murano etc. We noticed one day a place called the Frari in our guidebook so popped in for a look. We couldn't believe it. Behind the relatively (and... more

As far as sights in Venice go, this isn't exactly the most awe-inspiring among them. Canova's tomb is pretty cool, and the high altar is famous, and maybe I just never really understood its blanket purpose, but once you've seen these things, there's not much to do. If you have a few days, mozeying on down here isn't a complete... more

This church was the highlight of our visit to Venice. The walls are covered by masterpieces by Bellini and others of his era. Monteverdi is buried in one of the chapels. A wooden carving of St. John the Baptist graces another chapel. There are surprises in every corner of the church for art lovers. It is easily reached by a... more

こちらの教会にティツィアーノの聖母被昇天という絵があります。 私はテレビでこの絵の存在を知って、どうしても本物を見たく... more