The Piazza del Popolo was built under Venetian rule as a focal point for urban renewal. Since then, the famous square has been the center of Ravenna.

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Norbert „der glänzende Nordmann“ 🌎

November 2, 2021

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In 1483 they paved the pavement and erected two granite columns, on top of which they placed the Lion of San Marco and the statue of Sant'Apollinare.

Venetian domination ended …

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1Fritz-Marc 🚴🥾🏊🌲

October 31, 2022

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I really liked the main square, namely the Piazza del Popolo. Around the square are large palaces, not to mention the Venetian clock tower. A cappuccino or a spritz tastes great here, too.

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