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The sestiere of San Marco, heart of the city, lies around San Marco Square, which was once called "Morso" maybe because its ground was harder than anywhere else, and "Brolo" maybe because its land was grassy and full of trees. It was the center of the religious and civil life of the city. The Doge was ordained and acclaimed in San Marco and during his funeral, his coffin was lifted nine times once the funeral cortege reached the square. The "Sea Captains" or Serenissima Admirals received their command insignia in San Marco Square upon leaving for their historical ventures. In both war times and peaceful times people used to gather in this place.