| Location |
At the Ponte dei Greci in Castello 4341. The church's campanile leans dramatically! |
| Setting |
The building is late Renaissance, with marked Sansovino influence. It was begun in 1539 and completed in 1561. The Cupola in 1571. |
| Interior |
Sumptuous and elegant, carefully and richly decorated. One nave with hemispherical dome in the centre. Has beautiful frescoes and boasts a 12-13th Byantine icon of the Virgin brought to Venice from Emperor's palace in Constantinople after the fall of Eastern Roman Empire (1453). |
| Types of Ceremonies |
Greek Orthodox only. Not legally binding so blessing only. Couple must already be married and supply proof. |
| Music allowed |
Yes. |
| Special requirements |
One of the two spouses must be Greek Orthodox and be able to prove it. A letter must be written to the above, expressing the couple's wish to marry in Venice. The couple's Parish priest should be informed of their intentions. |
| Accessible by gondola |
Yes. |
| Donation costs |
Yes. |
| Languages spoken |
Italian, Greek. |
Towards the end of the XV century, the Greeks living in Venice obtained permission to build a School and an adjoining church to assist their countrymen resident in Venice to attend orthodox religious services. The church charms everyone for its regal beauty and intimacy; it is perfect for small weddings but able to hold easily about 60 guests. The Byzantine icons around the main altar are dramatic and exceptionally beautiful. Best of all, the church can be reached via gondola from the canal it faces and is within walking distance of San Marco Square.
