he precious characteristics which make Venice unique and a treasure shared by millions of awed visitors coming from all over the world constitute also its weakness. Venice is a case study in itself on how modern techniques of restoration and the careful use of traditional materials should combine to produce seamless works which repair the damage done by time and environmental conditions and ensure the survival of this wonderful City in its ageless splendour.

 n this historical and architectural context it is of the uppermost importance to use for this sensitive work of restoration the very same material employed by the original builders of Venice at the height of its power and glory: Pietra d'Istria.

 armi e Graniti Eraclit has undertaken an in depth research programme in order to provide suitably matching batches of Pietra d'Istria which blend in completely and enable the difficult undertaking of strengthening structures and architectural features whilst fully respecting the philosophy and the appearance of historical buildings.

 angible examples of its success are the Malamocco banks, the Sant'Andrea fort, the bank and square in front of the San Giorgio church. Today just like yesterday Pietra d'Istria expresses the beauty and portent which is Venice.