BASILICA DI SAN PIETRO DI CASTELLO
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An old church with finely decorated chapels on Campo San Pietro in Venice.
Situated on a peninsula at the eastern end of the Sestiere de Castello, the Basilica of San Pietro overlooks a peaceful campo, where a few retirees like to meet in the afternoons. Although long considered the cathedral of Venice, it was replaced in 1807 by St. Mark's Basilica, without detracting from its charm...
Its origins date back to 650 AD, with alterations first in the 8th century and then in the 16th century, giving the façade a Palladian style. The campanile, which leans severely today, was built by Mauro Coducci in the late 15th century. The dome was added at the end of the 17th century. As you enter the church, you'll notice several notable works, such as The Hebrew Passover Dinner above the main door and The Meal in Simon's House. To the left, an altarpiece by Vivarini pays homage to St. John the Baptist, St. Peter and St. Paul. The Lando and Vendramin chapels, with their refined decorations, are also well worth a visit. The Vendramin chapel was designed by Baldassare Longhena. Its altar is surmounted by a Madonna and Child by Luca Giordano. The visit continues with a real curiosity: a marble seat from Antioch, known as the Chair of St. Peter (13th century), whose backrest is made from a funerary stele decorated with verses from the Koran...
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