Basilica of Santa Maria Della Salute

Church Venice, Veneto, Italy

What to expect

The Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute is a prominent church in Venice, built to commemorate the end of a devastating plague in 1631. Its striking dome is a notable feature of the city's skyline and has been depicted in numerous artworks. The basilica's interior is octagonal, with small chapels on each side, and features impressive paintings by famous artists such as Titian and Tintoretto. The church is also home to a magnificent canvas called 'Marriage at Cana' by Tintoretto, located in the sacristy. Every year on November 21, the Venetians celebrate the Feast of the Presentation of the Virgin, which involves a procession to the Salute Basilica to commemorate the city's deliverance from the plague

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Activities: We stopped into the Basilica of Santa Maria Della Salute, which is a domed basilica in Dorsoduro. We learned about the basilica from our guide with Free Tours by Foot

Highlights: We enjoyed stopping into the Basilica of Santa Maria Della Salute. It's a beautiful basilica with a stunning dome. We also enjoyed learning about its history from our guide ✨