Torcello Cathedral Venice, Italy

West facade, 11th century, with remains of the baptistery, 7th century. Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, Torcello, Venice, Italy. Holly Hayes all photos →

Founded in 639 and rebuilt in 1008, Torcello Cathedral is the oldest church in the Venetian lagoon and the main reason for a visit to Torcello Island. Inside is an important collection of Byzantine mosaics.

Location map of Torcello Cathedral, Venice, Italy. Click to enlarge.

Aerial view of Torcello Cathedral, Venice, Italy. Click to enlarge.

Quick Facts

Address: Via isola di Campiello Lazzari, Venice, Italy 30142
Coordinates: 45.4982984° N, 12.4192862° E map · aerial
Date(s): 639; enlarged 1008

Article Info

Page Title: Torcello Cathedral
Added By: Holly Hayes
Date Published: October 8, 2013
Last Updated: April 15, 2024