Italy, Venice - San Giorgio Maggiore church

The video explores the history and architecture of a church on an island in Venice, designed by Andreo Palladio. Built between 1566 and 1610, the church is a Renaissance basilica with a striking white marble facade. The island's first church dates back to 790, with significant rebuilding after a 1223 earthquake. Palladio's design addresses the challenge of adapting classical temple facades to Christian churches. The interior features large paintings by Tintoretto, emphasizing the Eucharist. The Benedictine monks maintained control over the church's chapels, unlike other Venetian churches.

Who was responsible for designing the Church of San Giorgio Maggiore?

• Raphael

• Andreo Palladeo

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Michelangelo

What architectural challenge did Palladio address in the design of the church's facade?

• Using only local materials

• Adapting a classical temple facade to a Christian church

• Incorporating Gothic elements

• Designing a facade without columns

What is a notable feature of the church's interior?

• Dark and narrow corridors

• Richly decorated ceilings

• Stained glass windows

• Massive engaged columns and bright white walls

Which artist created the paintings 'The Last Supper' and 'The Fall of Manna' in the church?

• Caravaggio

• Jacobo Tintoretto

• Giotto

• Titian

How did the Benedictine monks differ from other Venetian churches in managing their chapels?

• They decorated chapels with gold

• They allowed public access to all chapels

• They retained control and did not sell chapels

• They sold chapels to wealthy families