Venice, Italy
built in 1094

Copyright by Michael Hierner

The Basilica di San Marco (also known as the Saint Mark's Basilica) is the most famous church in Venice and also one of the most famous examples of Byzantine architecture. It was rebuilt in 1094 on the foundation of an old, burnt down church.

 

 

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