The Arsenale was the largest naval production center in the pre-industrial era, producing the extensive fleets of Venice. The site spread across 110 acres, around 15% of Venice, housed […]
The Arsenale is a historically important and visually dramatic part of Venice. Hidden from visitors’ eyes for much of the time, its drama is well worth seeking. Towering over […]
Construction of the Arsenal began in around 1004, with a major expansion in 1320, and addition of the main gate (seen above) in 1460. Encircled by 4 km of 8 […]
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