About Discover Basilica Marko
An independent cultural and architectural research portal dedicated to the historical documentation and preservation of Venice.
Editorial Board & Archival Research Committee
Editorial Mission & Standards
Discover Basilica Marko (discoverbasilicamarko.com) is an educational and cultural resource established to provide rigorous, accurate, and non-commercial information regarding the cultural heritage of Venice.
Our editorial team, led by cultural historian Marco Contarini, conducts archival research on Venetian hydraulic engineering, maritime archaeology, architectural restoration, and meteorological patterns affecting the Venetian Lagoon.
Core Editorial Principles:
- Objective Archival Rigor: All historical timelines, canal measurements, and architectural specifications are verified against Venetian State Archives (Archivio di Stato di Venezia) records.
- Non-Commercial Editorial Stance: We do not publish sponsored advertising, paid promotional rankings, or commercial travel booking offers.
- Sustainable Tourism Advocacy: We actively promote responsible tourism principles to safeguard the fragile urban fabric of the UNESCO World Heritage Lagoon.
Editorial Leadership
Editor-in-Chief: Marco Contarini
Editorial Office: Calle Larga San Marco, 384, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Direct Inquiries: contact@discoverbasilicamarko.com