Church of Santa Maria del Rosario
Fondamenta Zattere Ai Gesuati Venezia Venezia
Venice’s Church of the Rosary
The Church of Santa Maria del Rosario, commonly known as the Gesuati, was founded in the early 18th century by the Dominican Order. The name “Gesuati” traces back to the religious order that occupied the site before the Dominicans. The church is dedicated to the Virgin Mary and celebrates the spiritual power of the Rosary, embodying a rich tradition of Marian devotion that has inspired generations of faithful.
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St. Mark's Basilica
St. Mark’s Basilica is one of the most iconic landmarks in Venice. The basilica holds the relics of St. Mark, the author of the Gospel of Mark and the patron saint of Venice, which were smuggled from Alexandria to Venice in the 9th century. The church has served as the religious heart of Venice for nearly a millennium—first as the private chapel of the Doge, and now as the city’s official cathedral.
Church of Santa Maria della Salute
The Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute was built in 1631 as a thank-you to the Virgin Mary after a devastating plague in 1630. When the disease finally passed, Venetians fulfilled their promise and began construction as an act of gratitude.
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