The Doge's Palace, unique in its beauty, is a worldwide landmark of Venice, just like the Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Basilica. As the seat of the aristocratic government and administration, as well as a place of prison cells and the residence of the reigning Doge, it was, for as long as the Republic existed, a particularly admired part of a functioning urban context. The Doge's Palace, as a government seat, provided an opportunity to depict themes of the myth of Venice in images, serving as an instrument for the dissemination of ideals. Notable highlights include the Staircase of the Giants, Tintoretto's frescoes of Paradise, and the numerous sculptures adorning the façade. This building, which has promised the city good fortune for centuries, is described in an engaging and informative manner in this volume, accompanied by illustrations, highlighted texts, floor plans, and layouts.