San Giacomo dell'Orio

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San Giacomo dell'Orio

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San Giacomo dell'Orio, Romanesque church in Santa Croce district, Venice, Italy.

The church features a Latin cross layout with three naves, a transept, and displays green marble columns with Ionic capitals throughout its interior.

Founded in the 9th century and reconstructed in 1225, the church incorporates two columns retrieved from Constantinople during the Fourth Crusade.

The interior houses Renaissance masterpieces, including Lorenzo Lotto's 1546 altarpiece depicting the Virgin Mary and Child with Apostles and Saints.

The church welcomes visitors Monday through Saturday from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with entry tickets costing 3.50 euros for adults.

The central nave features a Gothic wooden ship's keel ceiling from the early 15th century, representing medieval Venetian craftsmanship.

Location: Venice

Inception: 1225

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

Made from material: brick

GPS coordinates: 45.44012,12.32744

Latest update: March 6, 2025 14:46

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