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Churches & cathedrals
St. Mark's Basilica
Venice, Italy
St. Mark's Basilica, commissioned by Doge Domenico Contarini in 1063, is celebrated for its opulent Byzantine mosaics that cover over 8,000 square meters. The Pala d'Oro, a gold altarpiece encrusted with jewels, is a highlight not to be missed. Early morning visits reveal the mosaics in their most luminous state, avoiding the tourist throng.
Good to know
- Crowds
- Very busy, go early
- Best time
- Early morning
- Dress code
- Cover shoulders and knees
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