La parte alta della Chiesa di Santa Fosca

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See this temple as you walk along Strada Nuova towards Rialto and immerse yourself in its lively campo. In the centre you will find the statue of Friar Paolo Sarpi, a cleric who passionately opposed the Curia to defend the prerogatives of the Venetian Republic.
Remember to also visit the church of the same name on the island of Torcello: it houses the relics of Saint Fosca from Libya.

Its realization derives from the cult of the homonymous saint whose body, in the 10th century, was transported to the island of Torcello; this, according to tradition, seems to be the origins of the building but there is certain information only regarding its first renovation (1297).

It underwent numerous renovations, also due to accidental events: in 1410 a strong storm knocked down the bell tower while in the 18th century a fire damaged the church which could only be rebuilt thanks to the cash contribution of the Donà family.

Inside, it has a single nave, 4 alta

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