San Marco Square and Clock Tower

People come by the thousands from the four corners of the world to become actors on the largest stage in the world: San Marco Square in Venice.

Once it was the symbol of religious power with San Marco Basilica, the Doge's Palace the central political power, Procuratie standing for justice and the Marcian library for culture.

No longer home to the Venetian but to the visitors, vendors and flocks of pigeons that arrive at dawn waiting to be fed.

Like a candy store is to a child, the same is true about Saint Mark's Square; from here one can find the finest shops to buy whatever your heart desire. For those who want to touch and feel history then look no further, for a cultural experience waiting to be explore.

Napoleon once stated: " San Marco Square is the most elegant setting room in all Europe". Truly it is! Sitting at the café, drinking cappuccino, listening to the orchestra is an enjoyable moment and the memories will last a lifetime.

Clock Tower

This unique historical clock standing on the north side of Saint Mark Square is currently shielded from view under protective covering during the renovation phase.

The large clock face displays the hours of the day, various phases of the moon and the movement of  the sun through the signs of the zodiac symbols. Above the clock face one can see the winged lion of Saint Mark against a backdrop of blue with gold stars.

At the very top of the tower are two bronze figures of Moors holding a club preparing to strike the bell indicating the time of day.