Italy, Venice - Santa Maria della Presentazione church

The video discusses a church in Venice, part of a former complex for maidens without dowries, located on Odeka Island. The church is generally attributed to Andrea Palladio, with its design dating back to the late 16th century. The architecture features a horseshoe-shaped edifice, a large dome, and a central plan interior housing artworks by Bassano and Giovanni. However, Palladio's involvement is debated due to a lack of contemporary evidence and the construction starting after his death.

Who were the young maidens that the church provided shelter for?

What is the significance of the church's location in relation to the Odeka Island?

What architectural features are notable in the church's design?

What controversy surrounds the attribution of the church's design to Andrea Palladio?

When did the construction of the church begin, and how does it relate to Palladio's death?