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A wonderful atmospheric place to take time out from the bustle of the city. A holy, quiet place - well worth a visit.
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Date of experience: October 2019
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It was absolutely wonder to be able to go and venerate the relics of Saint Helen, the mother of the emperor Saint Constantine who gave freedom to Christianity. The gentleman who was in charge of the church was a very polite person who was quite passionate about the church and very informative even though we spoke different languages we were able to communicate and he told us he looks after the church voluntarily.Highly recommended.…
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Date of experience: October 2019
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History of this tiny island outside of the main city in Venice that was named after Sant Elena is fascinating. She was originally buried in 1025 in Constantinople & finally laid to rest in1928 in this church built by Monks on this island. The one hotel on this island used to a monastery & is now a modern hotel - away from the numerous tourists in Venice city. …
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Date of experience: August 2018
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This area at the far eastern side of Venice shows that you don't need to be around hordes of tourists all the time. It's very quiet around here, and apart from a few intrepid explorers, you will have the area to yourself. The church (dating from the 15th century) itself is not large, but was important. There has been a church on this site since 1028. Not so much to see since the rest of the complex is now private property, but it is worth visiting.…
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Date of experience: June 2018
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This area of Venezia has a beautiful and quiet park near there (Parco delle rimembranze = Park of memories). You can have a rest and just relax yourself! The sight of the skyline is gorgeous!
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Date of experience: October 2016
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