The Grand Canal is a waterway that crosses Venice in the shape of an inverted Latin "S". inverted Latin letter "S", which stretches 3,800 metres; its width varies from 30 to 70 metres and its depth is about 5 metres. varies from 30 to 70 metres and its depth is about 5 metres. The large Canal is admired for its striking framing of amazing palaces of different eras and styles.
The palace of Vendramin-Calergi is one of the most beautiful works of the early Renaissance. Its construction was begun by the architect Coducci and finished by Pietro Lombardo in 1509. Richard Richard died in this building on 13 February 1883 Wagner.
The majestic palace of Ca Pesaro is considered Baldassarre's supreme masterpiece Longhena in the construction of private houses. It was built between 1679 and 1710 years. Particularly striking is the mighty façade with its two rows of windows separated by by columns. The palace houses the International Gallery of Modern Art and a collection of Far Eastern art. collection of art from the Far East.
Beyond the Rialto Bridge rise the Palazzo Loredan and the Palazzo Farsetti, the latter now housing the municipality. now houses the municipality. Both of these palaces are peculiar examples of the Venetian-Byzantine style; the former dates back to the thirteenth century, the latter to the twelfth century. to the twelfth century. The upper levels were added in the 17th century, the lower levels are characterised by their lofty arches and their by their lofty arches and continuous loggias above them. The balconies were also remodelled in the 16th century.
And on the right bank is the Ca Foscari Palace. This marvellous building in Gothic style was built for the Doge Francesco Foscari, who ruled the Republic for over thirty years The façade of the building is considered to be the most beautiful and balanced façade of Venice's buildings. On the ground floor there are six simple arched windows on the sides of the portal; in the centre of the second and third floors are two loggias with eight arches, simple on the first floor and of more elaborate design on the third floor. The last floor is finished with a row of fanciful windows with four openings in the centre.
The Palazzo Redzonico is a marvellous example of classical Venetian architecture. The first and first floors are designed by Baldassarre Longhena, who began the construction in 1660 for the Priuli-Bon family. The palace was then taken over by the property of the Redzonico family, who commissioned Giorgio Massari to finish its construction. The palace was completed in 1745. The ground floor of the façade is made of rustic stone, and the two upper floors are decorated with balconies and beautiful windows. It is currently converted into a museum of Venetian life, culture and art of the 18th century.
