Sitio histórico
Puente de Rialto
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Alvise
September 27, 2022
The oldest of the four bridges overlooking the Grand Canal. Year of construction 1588-1591.
Sensa
May 21, 2022
The arched Rialto Bridge, or Ponte di Rialto, is central to the history of Venice and is now one of the most famous bridges in Venice, if not the world. Dividing the districts of San Marco and San Polo, this elegant stone bridge is formed of three sets of stairs divided by arcades. The central stairs are lined with shops and vendors and so densely packed that it's easy to miss the fact that you're crossing over the Grand Canal. The two other stairs, on the north and south sides of the bridge, offer those iconic views of the Grand Canal, with gondolas, water buses (vaporetti), and commercial boats trolling past day and night. While it's quite crowded on either set of steps, it's worth taking a moment to take some photos of this unforgettable scene. At sunset, especially, there are few more beautiful and romantic places to be in Venice. The History of Rialto Bridge The first of only four bridges that today span the Grand Canal, the bridge gets its name from the Rialto, the first district of Venice to be developed when people began to settle here in the ninth century. It didn't take long for the area to become the commercial and financial hub of a burgeoning city. Prior to the construction of the Rialto Bridge in the late 16th century, a series of bridges occupied this natural crossing, the so-called "lazy bend" of the Grand Canal and its narrowest point. Because this bridge was the only place to cross the Grand Canal on foot, it was imperative to construct a bridge that would hold up to heavy use and would also allow boats to pass underneath. Beginning in 1524, artists and architects, including Sansovino, Palladio, and Michelangelo (yes, that Michelangelo) began submitting blueprints for the new bridge. But no plan was chosen until 1588 when municipal architect Antonio da Ponte was awarded the commission. Interestingly, da Ponte was the uncle of Antonio Contino, the architect of Venice's other unmistakable bridge, The Bridge of Sighs connecting the ducal palace with the prison. Thank you www.tripsavvy.com for your useful article!
The arched Rialto Bridge, or Ponte di Rialto, is central to the history of Venice and is now one of the most famous bridges in Venice, if not the world. Dividing the districts of San Marco and San Polo, this elegant stone bridge is formed of three sets of stairs divided by arcades. The central stair…
Arte
August 19, 2018
The Rialto stop is the nearest to the property if you wish to use the public transportation
Arte
August 19, 2018
The Rialto stop is the nearest to the property if you wish to use the public transportation.
Andree
August 20, 2017
around rialto bridge you can find all kind of products. just walk around till you find what you will like. food shops, restaurants, handmade products, souvenirs, drinks, fruits, food, clothing. etc.
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Ubicación
Sestiere San Polo
Venezia, Veneto