Basilica di Santa Maria e San Donato
산타 마리아와 산 도나토 대성당
Contents
4 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
We have arrived at the Basilica di Santa Maria e San Donato, one of the oldest and most significant religious structures in the Venetian Lagoon. Founded originally in the 7th century and completely rebuilt in its current form…
Listen in the app2The Masterpiece Underfoot: The 1141 Mosaic Floor
As you enter the basilica, your eyes are immediately drawn to the floor—one of the most spectacular examples of medieval mosaic work in Europe. Dated precisely to 1141, this pavement is a vast 'opus sectile' and 'opus…
Listen in the app3The Golden Apse and the Dragon's Bones
Raising your gaze to the apse, you are confronted with a stunning mosaic of the Virgin Mary, standing solitary against a vast field of gold. This image, dating from the 12th century, is a classic example of the 'Hodegetria'…
Listen in the app4Closing
As we depart the Basilica di Santa Maria e San Donato, reflect on the harmony between the artistry in action we saw in the factories and the eternal stillness of this sanctuary. The Byzantine-style 12th-century mosaics we have…
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What is Basilica di Santa Maria e San Donato?
Basilica di Santa Maria e San Donato is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Activity |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 4 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 45.4586, 12.3578 |
| Last updated |
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