Saint Mark square is definetely the symbol of Venice: huge, sumptous, elegant and simply impressive. Dominated by the Basilica di San Marco, it is surrounded by the buildings of Procuratie Vecchie and Procuratie Nuove, which frame the only piazza of the town (all the others are referred to as campi). Centre of political and religious life during the golden age of the Republic – and of the tourist traffic todays – Saint Mark square is the place that no visitor should miss, even when high water rises. The vision of Saint Mark square completely flooded in a winter morning is an unforgettable experience and lifelong memory.