San Marco Kathedrale Collection

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The San Marco Cathedral, also known as the Duomo di Venezia, is one of the most iconic and breathtakingly beautiful churches in Italy. Located on St Mark's Square in Venice, this magnificent cathedral has been standing for over 1,000 years, with its origins dating back to the early 9th century. The San Marco Cathedral was built by Doge Paolo Lucio Anafesto in 828 AD as a simple basilica dedicated to Saint Mark. Over time, it underwent numerous transformations and expansions under various rulers of Venice, including Basil II of Bulgaria and Henry Dandolo. The cathedral's current appearance is the result of these successive renovations. The exterior façade is adorned with intricate mosaics depicting scenes from the Bible, while its interior boasts stunning Byzantine-style architecture. One of the most striking features inside the cathedral are its five golden domes that rise above a central nave and two side aisles. The largest dome was added in 1912 by architect Vittorio Zucchi. The San Marco Cathedral is renowned for housing an impressive collection of artworks, including works by famous Venetian artists such as Titian, Tintoretto, and Canaletto. Visitors can marvel at the intricate stone carvings on its exterior walls or explore the numerous chapels within which contain exquisite frescoes and ornate altarpieces. Throughout history, this magnificent cathedral has played a significant role in Venice's spiritual life. It was here that many important events took place, including coronations of Doges and state funerals for Venetian rulers. In 1807, Napoleon Bonaparte famously destroyed the church during his invasion of Italy to prevent it from being used as an icon. Today, visitors can explore this incredible cathedral with guided tours or on their own to take in its breathtaking beauty and rich history.