Architectural Guide Venice

Smartfox Books

$120.80 AUD
Approx $79.00 USD

"Architectural Guide Venice" is an essential companion for anyone seeking to explore the rich and diverse architectural heritage of Venice, one of the world’s most captivating cities. This guide provides an in-depth look at the city’s iconic buildings, from the intricate Gothic palaces lining the Grand Canal to the stunning Renaissance churches that define Venice's skyline.

The book offers detailed descriptions of Venice’s most significant architectural landmarks, including well-known sites such as St. Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, and the Rialto Bridge, as well as hidden gems that reveal the city’s lesser-known treasures. Each entry includes historical context, architectural analysis, and practical information for visitors.

Whether you’re an architecture enthusiast, a history buff, or a traveler eager to experience Venice beyond its tourist hotspots, this guide provides everything you need to appreciate the city’s unparalleled architectural beauty. With maps, walking tours, and expert insights, "Architectural Guide Venice" makes it easy to navigate the city’s labyrinthine streets and discover its architectural wonders.

Key Features:

  1. Comprehensive Architectural Overview: The guide covers a wide range of architectural styles found in Venice, including Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and Neoclassical, providing a complete picture of the city’s architectural evolution.
  2. Historical Context: Each entry includes historical background, offering insights into the cultural and political forces that shaped Venice’s architectural development.
  3. Expert Analysis: The guide offers architectural analysis that highlights the unique features and significance of each building, helping readers understand the artistry and craftsmanship involved.
  4. Practical Travel Guide: With maps, walking tours, and practical tips, this guide is designed to help visitors navigate Venice’s streets and canals while exploring its architectural heritage.
  5. Famous Landmarks and Hidden Gems: The guide features both well-known landmarks and lesser-known sites, ensuring that readers experience a comprehensive view of Venice’s architectural landscape.
  6. Beautifully Illustrated: The book is richly illustrated with photographs, drawings, and maps that bring Venice’s architecture to life and enhance the reader’s experience.
  7. Venetian Gothic and Renaissance Architecture: Special attention is given to Venice’s Gothic and Renaissance buildings, which are among the most significant architectural achievements in the city.
  8. For Architecture Enthusiasts: This guide is perfect for architecture enthusiasts, students, and professionals interested in the history and design of Venice’s buildings.
  9. Cultural and Architectural Insights: The guide offers cultural insights that connect Venice’s architecture with its broader historical and artistic context, making it an educational as well as a practical resource.
  10. User-Friendly Format: The book is organized in a user-friendly format, with clear sections, easy-to-follow maps, and accessible language, making it ideal for both casual tourists and serious architecture aficionados.

Discover the architectural splendor of Venice with the "Architectural Guide Venice." Whether you’re planning a trip or simply exploring from afar, this guide provides everything you need to appreciate the city’s rich architectural legacy, from its grand palaces to its charming hidden corners.

Description:

Venice is undoubtedly one of the most written upon cities and certainly the most photographed one. And yet another guide on Venice? Five walking tours take you to discover the modern Venice, the less known side of the city, hidden and far away from the well known places. These proposed itinerates take you to the new residential areas and restored warehouse docks, to the works of Carlo Scarpa and Tadao Ando, to modern restructurations and the controversial and much discussed MOSE project (Experimental Electromechanical Module) against the high water. Venice's unrealized but as famous projects are also included, where you can let your imagination take you to Loius Kahn's Congress Centre or Le Corbusier's hospital. Current aerial photographs showcase Venice from unknown perspectives.

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