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    Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari

    Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari

    4.8(16 reviews)
    1.0 km

    Venice's only Gothic church. It is dedicated to the Assumption of Mary. It is simply called "I…read moreFrari" as it was built by the brothers (frati) of the Franciscan order. LOCATION: In the San Polo sestiere but I remember just stumbling onto it while walking the island from my hotel in Dorsoduro to the train station on the opposite side of the island. ADMISSION: €3 Modest dress requested. I'm an atheist but as Christianity was highly influential in shaping European history I visit churches with the intent of understanding the history (and sometimes) art in shaping a region's cultural identity. As the Frari is not in San Marco, Rialto or any other major Venetian landmark I would've easily missed this church if not for Rick Steves' audioguide (http://podcasts.ricksteves.com/walkingtours/FrariChurch.mp3). His reasoning is that offers an opportunity to experience art in-situ (right where it was designed to be seen) as opposed to hanging in a museum. The audioguide explains the major art pieces in detail way better than I ever can. Here's a summary of the major pieces inside the church. - Titian's Assumption of Mary. This is considered to be Titian's magnum opus and his first major commission from a church. It's located behind the main altar. Its depiction of Mary was revolutionary for its time as she is seen as triumphant and depicted in soft and warm colors. - Titian's Madonna of Ca' Pesaro. What's significant is that this broke Renaissance tradition by depicting Mary and Jesus off-center and interacting with the commonfolk. - Giovanni Bellini's Madonna and Child aka the Frari Triptych. - Tombs of Titian and Canova. Titian had his tomb decorated with a relief of his most famous painting. On the other side Canova's cenotaph (Venice's most famous sculptor) is pyramid-shaped and was once meant for Titian, but when the church used the present design his pupils repurposed it for their master instead. It's a cenotaph because he isn't buried here but an urn contains his heart. Once you're done exploring the church the surrounding area is quieter than San Marco or Rialto. It makes for a good lunch/dinner spot and the prices are more reasonable.

    Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari (aka Frari Church) was one of my favorite attractions in Venice…read more The church is beautiful, there were no lines to wait in, and the cost was only 3 Euros per person. Frari church has many beautiful Venetian sculptures. The main highlight at this church is Titian's Assumption over the main alter. We downloaded Rick Steves' free audio tour onto to our iPods and it really added to the experience since our knowledge on Venetian art and Frari Church were minimal. You can download the free audio tour at: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/italy-audio-tours/id272230438 After you visit the church I recommend checking out the Dorsoduro neighborhood along the Grand Canal and buying a cone of gelato!

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    Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari - East front

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    Church of San Geremia

    Church of San Geremia

    3.5(2 reviews)
    0.9 km

    It's one of the many churches in Venice, and it houses the body of a saint. No picture is allowed…read moreinside, and be respectful of their rules. I would say you can either visit or skip and it depends on your time.

    The Church of San Geremia is best known for housing of the relics, basically the remains of St…read more Lucia, sometimes known as Lucia of Syracuse, who is venerated as a saint by the Roman Catholic, Anglican, Lutheran, and Orthodox Churches and generally believed to have lived during the 4th century (283-304). The story of her life is one of the most gory I've ever heard. Denounced by a jilted pagan lover because of her vow of virginity she was stabbed through the throat but had the miracle of still being able to speak and with her eyes gouged out still able to see, the Church of San Geremia stands as her shrine and a pilgrimage point for religious believers. The inside of this church originally erected in the 11th century is loaded with works of art such as two statues of St. Peter and St. Jeremy Apostle, but overall struck me as being downright creepy. The main thing to see, of course, is the rather grotesque looking remains St. Lucia which appear as being mummified and displayed in a glass case. I don't mean to knock the place in any way and I have nothing but the utmost respect for the pilgrims and faithful believers as I am certain there is much more to all of this than legend. And though I found it too creepy for me, I'm going a solid four stars on it as it is basically a church like no other and once you've seen it and what it contains, you won't forget it. Though admission is free, contributions are encouraged.

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    Church of San Geremia - Some relic remains such as the feet are clearly visible

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    Some relic remains such as the feet are clearly visible

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