VENICE, A PERFECT PLACE Venice, Italy, city of lovers and dozens of canals, is perfect for those who like to combine historical and natural beauties. Check out our Venice tips and essential information for anyone planning to visit one of the most romantic cities in the world! SOME SIGHTS Square San Marco (Piazza San Marco) Piazza San Marco is the heart of Venice and a must-see place in the city. The large square in the center of the city houses the Basilica San Marco. It is the pulsating center of Venetian life, with several historical and different-styled buildings. It also houses the Palazzo Ducale , the Correr Museum and the Campanile Tower. Basilica di San Marco Originally from the 10th century, the Basilica di San Marco that we know today was the third church built on the same site. Of Romanesque-Byzantine style, it was built to house the body of St. Mark, author of one of the Gospels. Its construction, very imposing in the form of a Greek cross, has five ...