Take a tour of Doge's Palace in Venice, Italy – part of the World’s Greatest Attractions series by GeoBeats.

One of the most recognizable buildings in the city of Venice is the Doge's Palace.

This somewhat spiny-looking building is located right on the water, facing the lagoon.

It was built back in the early 14th century in the highly ornate Gothic style.

The palace has been a center for politics, a home for the doge, and a jail.

The Doge's Palace stands on beautiful arcades that give the building an airy appearance.

The palace is an important, as well as lovely, part of Venice's history.