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The Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo, known in Venetian as San Zanipolo, is a Catholic minor basilica and Dominican conventual church in the Castello sestiere of Venice, Italy. It is one of the largest churches in the city of Venice.
May 4, 2021 · The 14th-century Basilica of Santi Giovanni e Paolo, otherwise called San Zanipoło in Venetian dialect, it is located in Sestiere Castello and stands as one of the most impressive medieval and religious building in Venice.
The basilica of Santi Giovanni e Paolo is the largest church in Venice and one of the most surprising. Inside you can find the tombs of 27 doges and some paintings from important artists.
We discovered Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo during our walking tour. This church is one of the largest churches in the city. It was designed in the Italian Gothic style, and completed in the 1430s.
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- Campo SS. Giovanni e Paolo 6363, Venice
The Basilica of Santi Giovanni e Paolo, known in Venice as San Zanipolo, is one of the city's largest churches and has been the burial site for Venetian doges. It is a notable example of Italian Gothic architecture and holds significant artistic works.
Giovanni e Paolo was born and entrusted to the Dominicans: they thus managed to keep their presence in the Basilica, reclaiming their role of custodians of this overwhelming historical and artistic heritage, preserving the everlasting memory of the Serenissima and the memorable characters who marked its history.
Today, the Dominican Community in Venice is made up of a small group of friars, who are pleased to welcome you and guide you in your discovery of the Basilica, with the knowledge and know-how of those who care for it every day.
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