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DISTRICT OF DORSODURO, VENICE’S HISTORIC CENTRE

A cultural holiday in the shadow of the Basilica della Salute

The district of Dorsoduro covers the southern part of Venice including the island of Giudecca and its Chiesa del Redentore.  The name Dorsoduro refers to the quality of the soil as it is believed that this district rose up on terrain which was compact and less marshy. In the 17th and 18th centuries, it acquired dignity and prestige with a major reconstruction of churches and magnificent buildings.  Venice’s horizon changed radically with the construction of the Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute and the Fondamenta delle Zattere.  During the 19th century, the district became a favourite area for rich, foreign inhabitants.  The last gondola boatyard still in operation in Venice, known as “lo squero”, is to be found here.  The artistic offering is of the highest level with the Accademia Galleries – a stunning collection of Veneto and Venetian art - , the Guggenheim Museum of modern art and the contemporary art museum, Punta della Dogana
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The district of Dorsoduro covers the southern part of Venice including the island of Giudecca and its Chiesa del Redentore.  The name Dorsoduro refers to the quality of the soil as it is believed that this district rose up on terrain which was compact and less marshy. In the 17th and 18th centuries, it acquired dignity and prestige with a major reconstruction of churches and magnificent buildings.  Venice’s horizon changed radically with the construction of the Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute and the Fondamenta delle Zattere.  During the 19th century, the district became a favourite area for rich, foreign inhabitants.  The last gondola boatyard still in operation in Venice, known as “lo squero”, is to be found here.  The artistic offering is of the highest level with the Accademia Galleries – a stunning collection of Veneto and Venetian art - , the Guggenheim Museum of modern art and the contemporary art museum, Punta della Dogana
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Salute - Accademia

Apartment located on the ground floor overlooking the Grand Canal, a splendid location for an unforgettable holiday. The ground floor apartment consis...

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Salute - Accademia

Apartment with terrace located on the second floor and composed of a living area with lounge and dining table, an independent kitchen, a double bedroo...

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Salute - Accademia

Charming apartment recently renovated composed by a kitchen, little living room, bath with shower and a double bedroom with closet. The apartment is a...

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Apartment located in the historic center of Venice next to the beautiful Chiesa dei Carmini, near Campo Santa Margherita. The apartment is on the thir...

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Salute - Accademia

Apartment located in the historic center of Venice a few steps from the wonderful Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute. Bright first floor apartment c...

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Salute - Accademia

Bright apartment on the third floor located in the Dorsoduro district near the Basilica dei Frari, the Scuola Grande di San Rocco and Campo Santa Marg...

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Magnificent apartment with terrace in the historic center of Venice. The apartment consists of a full kitchen, a living room with a double sofa bed, a...

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Salute - Accademia

The apartment San Vio is at the first floor but has an entrance on a private garden of the building. The 100mq of this apartment develop on a wide dou...

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Salute - Accademia

Ground floor apartment in the historic center of Venice located in the Dorsoduro district near the Guggenheim Museum, we are in one of the quietest an...

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Salute - Accademia

Situated on the ground floor, few metres far from the famous Salute church, the apartment is featured by modern and functional furnitures. It consists...

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Persons: 4+1
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Salute - Accademia

Apartment furnished in typical Venetian style located in the historic center of Venice overlooking the Santa Marta canal. The apartment consists of a ...

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Salute - Accademia

The apartment has a nice terrace overlooking the Salute Church. It has its own entrance and is divided into 3 floors: on the first floor there are a l...

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A very bright, first floor apartment with a canal view. It has been completely renovated and furnished in a modern style. Apartment Avogaria Bis com...

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A short distance from the Guggenheim Museum, this very bright apartment with modern, functional furniture, benefits from a small balcony with a view o...

Daily price from: € 198
Persons: 4+2
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Closed to the Guggenheim Museum and to the majestic Salute Cathedral, the apartment is situated in an ancient Venetian building and is divided in diff...

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