BBC - Francesco's Venice (2004) Part 1 Blood

Tells the story of the birth of Venice, one of the most beautiful and romantic cities in the world, presented by Francesco da Mosto.

Part 1 Blood

Francesco da Mosto charts how the first Venetians inhabited the lagoon in the fifth century AD and created an almost impregnable location, which took the shape of the Venice known today through pioneering engineering work. He reveals the stunning interiors of the Doge's Palace, the Basilica of St Mark and the Ca da Mosto, and uncovers a secret history - beset by violence and political intrigue.

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