Basilica of S. Maria Assunta
Churches in Venice - Torcello
The island of Torcello preserves the most ancient monument of the lagoon: the solemn Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta, founded in 639 and rebuilt in 1008, decorated with impressive Byzantine mosaics.
The beautiful ambo on the left comprises of certain parts of the original sixth-century church. The luminosity of the mosaics that adorn the apse and, above all, the image of 'The Last Judgement' on the west wall are incredible.
Address: Torcello
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