23 thoughts on “Venice: 9 Hidden Treasures of Piazza San Marco”
Thanks for this post! So informative full of interesting nuggets! I lived in Treviso (20mins from Venezia) and spent almost every weekend in Venice and wish I had more knowledge or made a better effort to know the history and stories behind these magnificent monuments!
Oh! You are living my dream, so close to Venice and spending your weekends there. That just sounds amazing. I think I might drive my camera into an early grave if I had that opportunity. 😀
I’m so glad! It’s a beautiful and interesting city. I don’t think I will ever tire of it. I think my husband thinks I’m crazy because I’m always wanting to go back. 😀
we are headin to italy next summer, def want to check out Venice with my kids. I had no idea Napolean played a role in this city! I pinned this for reference!
Ew, I had no idea that happened at the pink pillars! My biggest memory is of all the HUNDREDS of pigeons that kept trying to land on me when I was there. 😆 I was too worried about trying to keep them away to notice some of this cool stuff. I’ll have to have a closer look next time!
Man, I’ve been to Venice twice, but you definitely have an eye for detail – I missed most of these! Such a beautiful city though. Did you go to the crazy bookshop with the books in boats? That was my favourite.
I’m dying to go to Venice and to see this all in person! Thanks for such an informative post, there are so many amazing details and interesting stories behind each of these treasures!
Beautiful place! There’s no place like Venice. Sadly we went there in July, I know… so it was pretty packed but I’d like to come back slightly off-season to enjoy it the most.
This post is amazing! I’ve visited this plaza when I traveled to Italy in High School but I didn’t know half these stories! It adds such a wonderful level of interest and intrigue to an already beautiful place. Thank you so much for sharing!
Wow, Venice is such an awesome city, isn’t it? I’d love to visit one day. And when I do I’ll definitely be looking out for those lions – every trip I’ve been on has to include animals somewhere!
Lovely photos, brought back memories ! Venice is really a unique and beautiful city. For me, the best way to experience Venice is to pick a direction and wander. Getting “lost” allows you to stumble upon the city’s many secrets… thank you for showing the hidden-gems of Piazza San Marco ! It gives me an excuse for a return visit 🙂
The Doge’s pink columns! I never noticed it even though my pinterest is flooded with Piazza San Marco’s photos! This is such a great list that gives us the reason behind these stunning pieces and reminds us that Venice in reality is a canvas for art.
Thanks for this post! So informative full of interesting nuggets! I lived in Treviso (20mins from Venezia) and spent almost every weekend in Venice and wish I had more knowledge or made a better effort to know the history and stories behind these magnificent monuments!
Oh! You are living my dream, so close to Venice and spending your weekends there. That just sounds amazing. I think I might drive my camera into an early grave if I had that opportunity. 😀
this brings back so many wonderful memories of my time in Venice!
I’m so glad! It’s a beautiful and interesting city. I don’t think I will ever tire of it. I think my husband thinks I’m crazy because I’m always wanting to go back. 😀
The architecture that is pictured herein is beyond beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing.
Have been to Venice twice and have not noticed any of these facts / details. I need to hire you as my private gude ;0)
we are headin to italy next summer, def want to check out Venice with my kids. I had no idea Napolean played a role in this city! I pinned this for reference!
Ew, I had no idea that happened at the pink pillars! My biggest memory is of all the HUNDREDS of pigeons that kept trying to land on me when I was there. 😆 I was too worried about trying to keep them away to notice some of this cool stuff. I’ll have to have a closer look next time!
Exploring the Piazza San Marco would be a dream come true for me when I visit Venice. Thanks for the inspiring and awesome post!
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Looks like there’s a lot of history in this city based on the architecture.
Wow, the architecture here is so breathtaking. I’ve never been to Venice but I’ve always dreamed of going and this convinced me even more!
Although I have been to Venice I didn’t know the history of all these buildings and statues. I learned something new.
Hey Meg,
Man, I’ve been to Venice twice, but you definitely have an eye for detail – I missed most of these! Such a beautiful city though. Did you go to the crazy bookshop with the books in boats? That was my favourite.
Thanks for sharing!
I’m dying to go to Venice and to see this all in person! Thanks for such an informative post, there are so many amazing details and interesting stories behind each of these treasures!
Beautiful place! There’s no place like Venice. Sadly we went there in July, I know… so it was pretty packed but I’d like to come back slightly off-season to enjoy it the most.
This post is amazing! I’ve visited this plaza when I traveled to Italy in High School but I didn’t know half these stories! It adds such a wonderful level of interest and intrigue to an already beautiful place. Thank you so much for sharing!
Wow, Venice is such an awesome city, isn’t it? I’d love to visit one day. And when I do I’ll definitely be looking out for those lions – every trip I’ve been on has to include animals somewhere!
Lovely photos, brought back memories ! Venice is really a unique and beautiful city. For me, the best way to experience Venice is to pick a direction and wander. Getting “lost” allows you to stumble upon the city’s many secrets… thank you for showing the hidden-gems of Piazza San Marco ! It gives me an excuse for a return visit 🙂
The Doge’s pink columns! I never noticed it even though my pinterest is flooded with Piazza San Marco’s photos! This is such a great list that gives us the reason behind these stunning pieces and reminds us that Venice in reality is a canvas for art.
I love the details like these – the tidbits that bring out the stories of the place. I always seem them out when I travel!
Damn, this is a really interesting post! I would never have noticed half of this. Thanks for sharing so many little tidbits!
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