Forte di Sant'Andrea, Military fortress on Lido entrance, Venice, Italy
The Sant'Andrea Fort features large stone walls and a central bastion positioned to control both the adjacent canal and narrow channel approaching the lagoon.
Michele Sanmicheli designed the fort in 1543 as part of Venice's defense system against Ottoman naval threats and potential maritime invasions.
The fortress stands as a testament to Renaissance military engineering, demonstrating the advanced architectural capabilities of the Venetian Republic.
Visitors can reach the fortress exclusively by boat, and current access remains restricted due to ongoing structural maintenance requirements.
The fort's guns fired only once during an actual conflict, when French ships attempted to enter the lagoon during Napoleon's campaign.
Location: Venice
Inception: 1543
Made from material: rock
Part of: Defense system of the Venice Lagoon
GPS coordinates: 45.43465,12.38119
Latest update: March 6, 2025 13:55
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