I recently traveled to Venice using Rick's 2010 guidebook and could not find the location of the winged lion statue shown on the table of contents page. Can anyone tell me where in Venice I could find it? I plan to travel to Venice again next fall and would love to see it. Thanks in advance!
Posted by
Chicago
2876 posts
I don't know what statue was depicted in the book, but the winged lion is the symbol of Venice and there are several winged lion statues in the city. Perhaps the most famous is the one at the top of St. Mark's campanile.
Posted by
Carbondale, IL, USA
1201 posts
It sits at the base of monument to Daniele Manin. It is located in Campo Manin which is in the San Marco district closer to the Rialto Bridge. Here is some info which should include a map. If not just search for Campo Manin in Venice on your favorite map service. http://www.world-travel-map.com/Italy-c-1/Venice-a-490/Sightseeing-m-2/Statues-s-11/Monument_to_Daniele_Manin-p-329
Posted by
OP
Raleigh, NC, USA
2 posts
Ron, I can't thank you enough. This is exactly what I was looking for. Can't wait to see it next fall. Thanks again! :) Mariah
Posted by
Seattle, WA, USA
7737 posts
Awesome job, Ron. I have to admit when I first saw this posting I thought that's like asking where would you find the Starbucks in Seattle. LOL. Amazing that you got an answer so quickly!
Posted by
Cesena, Italy
791 posts
The Scale di Bovolo are also in that area. Little sign to your right (as you face the statue) directs you.