Santi Giovanni E Paolo
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Tags : Church & Cathedral
Timings : Monday - Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Entry fee : Adults: EUR 3.50
Students: EUR 1.50
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Santi Giovanni E Paolo, Venice Overview
The Santi Giovanni E Paolo is a minor basilica in the Castello sestiere of Venice. There are 27 doges buried in this church, the largest church in the city. Right outside the church is the majestic Equestrian statue of Bartolomeo Colleoni by Verrocchio.
Inside, you will be greeted by artwork painted by talented artists like Giovanni Bellini and Paolo Veronese. The Dominicans constructed the church in 1430, with an excellent Italian Gothic facade. It was consecrated in the names of John and Paul, two Christian brothers. They were asked by emperor Julian the Apostate to denounce their faith. They refused, so they were executed and buried in their own house, which stood in place of the church before. All doges since the 15th century were buried here. Their mausoleums are surrounded by beautiful paintings. The church is a short walk from the Rialto Bridge.
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Suggested duration : 60 minutes
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