Church of San Polo
The Church of San Polo originates from the 9th Century when this Byzantine temple dedicated to Apostle Paul of Tarsus was erected. Since then the church has undergone two radical changes and a couple of inconspicuous renovations until it acquired the appearance we can see today. The only element that remains from the Byzantine epoch is the spectacular south doorway of the church.
In 1362 a new detached campanile was added to the church. The first major reconstruction was carried out in the 15th Century when significant changes in style were
made and the Church of San Polo acquired Gothic features. Meanwhile,
the church gave its name to the Venetian district in which it is located.
From this period dates the ship's keel roof of the building. Similar ones
are to be found in only two other churches in Venice. The next large
restoration, which completely altered the look of the temple, happened
in the 19th Century. San Polo's Church was restored and expanded
further. Along with this, the interior was decorated with rare paintings by
Tintoretto, Tiepolo and Veronese. These depict either Jesus and his
disciples, or scenes that were typical of the Venetian social life in the
18th Century. These fine pieces of work are considered among the most
valuable cultural heritage stored in the 'Queen of the Adriatic'.
Name: Church of San Polo
Address: Campo San Polo
Phone: +39 41 275 04 62
Email: info@chorusvenezia.org
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