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Rialto Bridge, stone arch bridge crossing over the narrowest point of the Grand Canal in the heart of Venice, Italy. The bridge is the oldest bridge across the canal and is renowned as an architectural and engineering achievement of the Renaissance. Learn more about the history of the Rialto Bridge.
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pedestrian bridge: Crosses: Grand Canal: Locale: Venice, Veneto, Italy: Characteristics; Design: stone arch bridge: Width: 22.90 metres (75.1 ft) Height: 7.32 metres (24.0 ft) (arch only) Longest span: 31.80 metres (104.3 ft) History; Construction start: 1588: Construction end: 1591: Location; Click the map for an interactive, fullscreen view
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The first Rialto Bridge was built in 1181 and was a simple wooden structure. It was replaced by a more substantial wooden bridge in 1255, followed by the stone bridge we see today, built between 1588-1591 by Antonio da Ponte following a design competition in the city (where he beat Michelangelo) as the wooden bridge had collapsed in two occasions a...
The Rialto Bridge was restored in the 20th century and remains an important and functional landmark in Venice, and a symbol of the city’s history and culture. It is formed of three sets of stairs divided by arcades. The central stairs remain lined with shops and vendors, and are so densely packed that it’s easy to not notice you’re crossing over th...
There are two ways to get from St Mark’s Square to The Rialto Bridge – by ferry or foot. By ferry, from Venezia Santa Lucia Station take the Line 1 ferry via Rialto Mercato which takes approximately 16 minutes. The bridge is a 7 minute walk northwest from St Mark’s Square.
Learn about the oldest and most famous bridge in Venice, dating back to the 12th century. Discover its design, history, and role as a commercial and cultural hub of the city.
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Jan 18, 2024 · Although the Rialto Bridge was rebuilt many times since the 12th century, this elegant structure is the oldest bridge crossing the Grand Canal in Venice. Featuring a beautiful arched design and intricate stonework, this is also one of the most iconic and most visited tourist attractions in the city.
Sep 28, 2022 · by Staff in Attractions September 28, 2022 — 4 min read. Even though the city of Venice seems to be very old, the history of the Rialto bridge actually began no more than 1000 years ago. Let's find out in this article how the true symbol of Venice, the oldest bridge on the Grand Canal, was built.
Learn about the origins, design, and features of the Rialto Bridge, one of the most famous bridges in Venice. Discover how it replaced the wooden pontoon bridge and became a symbol of the Renaissance Italy.
Feb 16, 2018 · The Rialto Bridge: the history of the most famous bridge on the Grand Canal in Venice. The Rialto bridge was considered the eighth wonder of the world in the year 1594, just a few years after it was erected, between 1588 and 1591.
