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The Basilica di San Marco, known also as the Patriarchal Cathedral Basilica of Saint Mark, or simply Saint Mark's Basilica, is the cathedral church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Venice, Italy. It is the most famous of the city's churches and one of the best known examples of Byzantine architecture.
The basilica was such a symbol of opulence and power that it was often referred to as the Chiesa d'Oro, "Church of Gold".[1]
History
Saint Mark's Basilica was first built in 828 to house supposed relics from St. Mark stolen from Alexandria. The present Byzantine-style basilica was constructed in 1063.[2]
Many of the decorations were brought back from the Crusades or given as gifts from wealthy merchants. The church was considered the Doge's personal chapel; a passageway inside connects to the Palazzo Ducale next door.[2]
During the Renaissance, public executions were carried out in the Piazza San Marco.[1]
The sarcophagus of Amunet, from which Ezio Auditore da Firenze took an Assassin Seal, was located in a tomb below the floor of the basilica, accessible by a secret staircase.[3]
Gallery
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Panoramic view of the interior -
St Mark's Basilica main entrance -
St Mark's Basilica statues -
St Mark's Basilica artwork -
St Mark's Basilica rooftop -
Pre-release screenshot of the Basilica, as seen from the Piazza di San Marco
Appearances
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Assassin's Creed: A Walk Through History (1189-1868) – Chapter 2: The Italian Renaissance – Venice
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Assassin's Creed II – Database: Basilica di San Marco
- ↑ Assassin's Creed II – San Marco's Secret