Chiesa di San Cassian a Venezia

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Church of San Cassiano — (Archivio Venipedia/Bazzmann)

Located along the route from Rialto to the railway station, one passes the Campo di San Giacomo dell'Orio and shortly afterwards arrives at the campo of the same name, where it is impossible not to notice its imposing, squat bulk.
Beyond the church, before it was demolished, there was a characteristic arcade that was used for craft activities by day and shelter for the poor by night.

The building dates back to the IX century and was erected thanks to the Michiel, Minotto and Miani families. It probably took the place of an ancient oratory dedicated to St Cecilia; the new building was instead dedicated to St Cassian, bishop and martyr.

The building underwent various reconstructions and restorations as early as the XII century when it was then rebuilt according to the Venetian-Byzantine cannons. Further works were carried out in the XII century and the belltower was completed in the mid-XIV century. In 1611 work was carried out internally, three aisles were cr

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