Arriving in Venezia last night we celebrated Mass in the Centro Storico (old town) at
Chiesa di Santa Maria led by one of the clergy on the pilgrimage tour with us.
It was so beautiful - ancient frescoes, carvings, ornate altar, stained glass windows and devotionals.
It had only been 24 hours since we left Sydney but I felt transported to another world.
Today, 18th of July, we were up early and downstairs to have breakfast, keen to get out and see more of this beautiful city. This morning, we met with our local guide who took us on a walking tour via
Piazza San Marco (St Mark's Square) and the San Marco Basilica (see picture above).
Breathtaking and awe inspiring doesn't even come close to describing it.
I felt moved by how ancient and how beautiful the frescoes are, the sense of History
and being in such a place of divine worship was a little overwhelming.
What a privilege to enjoy Mass here. I am so blessed.
I prayed hard several intentions (see the tab). I am feeling very humble and moved by the experience.
We also went to the Doges (the Latin name of the Ruler of the day when Venice was a Republic) Palace, rebuilt in the 1700's. The inside of the Palace is full of statues, oil paintings and amazing art with paintings by Titian, Tintoretto and Veronese, to name a few.
We walked the Bridge of Sighs and of course, as is mandatory in Venice, rode the gondolas
and ate gelato (... I have included some pics in the gallery drop down menu for you to enjoy!).
An incredible two days here with the afternoon spent doing a few touristy things and admiring
all of the amazing architecture, statues, artworks, bridges and waterways.
Venice is such a beautiful city, full of such amazing places of deep faith.
Ciao Tutti.
Catch up in Florence & Assisi tomorrow!
God Bless You All ... Kristina :)
Chiesa di Santa Maria led by one of the clergy on the pilgrimage tour with us.
It was so beautiful - ancient frescoes, carvings, ornate altar, stained glass windows and devotionals.
It had only been 24 hours since we left Sydney but I felt transported to another world.
Today, 18th of July, we were up early and downstairs to have breakfast, keen to get out and see more of this beautiful city. This morning, we met with our local guide who took us on a walking tour via
Piazza San Marco (St Mark's Square) and the San Marco Basilica (see picture above).
Breathtaking and awe inspiring doesn't even come close to describing it.
I felt moved by how ancient and how beautiful the frescoes are, the sense of History
and being in such a place of divine worship was a little overwhelming.
What a privilege to enjoy Mass here. I am so blessed.
I prayed hard several intentions (see the tab). I am feeling very humble and moved by the experience.
We also went to the Doges (the Latin name of the Ruler of the day when Venice was a Republic) Palace, rebuilt in the 1700's. The inside of the Palace is full of statues, oil paintings and amazing art with paintings by Titian, Tintoretto and Veronese, to name a few.
We walked the Bridge of Sighs and of course, as is mandatory in Venice, rode the gondolas
and ate gelato (... I have included some pics in the gallery drop down menu for you to enjoy!).
An incredible two days here with the afternoon spent doing a few touristy things and admiring
all of the amazing architecture, statues, artworks, bridges and waterways.
Venice is such a beautiful city, full of such amazing places of deep faith.
Ciao Tutti.
Catch up in Florence & Assisi tomorrow!
God Bless You All ... Kristina :)