Venice is more than just another romantic place. It’s more than a city filled with art treasures, and it doesn’t just host a multitude of some exquisite architecture. Venice is all of this and much, much more.
One example among many different reasons to visit Venice is St. Mark’s Basilica. The church is a known rival of Rome’s St. Peter’s and although it’s not as large or grand, St. Mark’s is still an amazing sight that is renowned as one of the finest of its kind. The Campanile can be found outside the Basilica di San Marco, which served as its bell tower. Previously this place has been a military lookout during dangerous times to help keep Venice safe. Nowadays the church serves no purpose other than aesthetically but the sight is delightful and cherished by tourists who are lucky enough to visit. The Piazza San Marco (St Mark’s Square) hosts them both among other things. The Square is a fabulous sight in itself but also serves as a great gathering spot for tourists. A strong clock tower is housed here, and the square provides access to the Doge’s palace. A lack of traffic and vehicle noise is a huge reason that the Square lends itself to Venice’s grace and charm.