San Lazzaro dei Mendicanti, Italian Baroque church in Castello district, Venice, Italy.
The San Lazzaro dei Mendicanti church features a canal-facing facade with grey walls, marble details, and a gallery along the right wall.
Constructed between 1601 and 1631 by Vincenzo Scamozzi, the church served as part of one of the four main hospitals in Venice.
The church contains works by notable artists including Veronese's Crucifixion and the only painting by Guercino present in Venice.
The church functions as the chapel of Venice Civil Hospital and opens to visitors Monday through Saturday from 1:00 PM to 5:30 PM.
From 1689 to 1693, the father of composer Antonio Vivaldi taught violin at the music school connected to this religious institution.
Location: Venice
Inception: 1601
Architects: Vincenzo Scamozzi, Giuseppe Sardi
Architectural style: Italian Baroque architecture
Made from material: brick
GPS coordinates: 45.44117,12.34265
Latest update: April 18, 2025 13:39
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