Palazzo Dario, Gothic palace in Dorsoduro, Venice, Italy.
Palazzo Dario is a Renaissance palace on the right side of the Grand Canal in the Dorsoduro district of Venice. The facade shows an asymmetrical arrangement and is decorated with colored marble panels, round windows, and geometric patterns that make it one of the most noticeable sights along the canal.
Pietro Lombardo designed the building in 1479 for Giovanni Dario, who had negotiated peace treaties with Constantinople on behalf of the Venetian Senate. The architecture reflects the influence of Eastern design that Dario brought to the city through his diplomatic missions.
The building's name honors Giovanni Dario, a diplomat who mediated between Venice and the Ottoman Empire. Its facade carries a Latin inscription celebrating his person and standing, drawing visitors who pass by water to this day.
The palace is located at Campiello Barbaro 352 and remains closed to visitors, though its exterior can be viewed from the Grand Canal or nearby bridges. The best view comes from watercraft, as the facade faces the canal.
A series of deaths and tragedies among former residents has given the house a reputation for being cursed. These stories draw curious glances as boats glide past the facade.
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