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Church of Santa Maria Formosa

Location Venice and its Lagoon

Historic church featuring Renaissance and Baroque architecture with notable religious artworks. Read more…

Opening hours

Monday10:30 AM–4:30 PM
Tuesday10:30 AM–4:30 PM
Wednesday10:30 AM–4:30 PM
Thursday10:30 AM–4:30 PM
Friday10:30 AM–4:30 PM
Saturday10:30 AM–4:30 PM
SundayClosed
Tags place of worship·baroque architecture·renaissance architecture·painting·christian·church·architecture·art·history·renaissance·italian baroque architecture·mauro codussi·facade
 

The church is an important religious building known for its blend of Renaissance and Italian Baroque architectural styles. It features a baroque facade designed by Mauro Codussi, a renowned architect. The structure houses significant artworks by painters such as Palma the Elder, Bartolomeo Vivarini, Giambattista Tiepolo, and Leandro Bassano.

This church serves as a place of worship and holds a prominent place in Venetian history and culture. Its artistic heritage includes religious paintings that contribute to its status as a cultural landmark. The building's architectural and artistic elements reflect its historical importance dating back to its inception in 864.

Located within the Castello district, the church represents a rich combination of historical, artistic, and architectural values. Its preserved art and design provide insight into Venetian religious and cultural traditions from the Renaissance through the Baroque period.

More information and contact

Official Website santamariaformosa.it
Phone +39 041 275 0462
Address Castello, 5263, 30122 Venice, Italy
Coordinates 45°26'13.289" N, 12°20'27.635" E
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