VENETO
Things To Do
Discover a region in the northeast of Italy that stretches from the golden beaches of the Adriatic Sea to the snow-capped peaks of the majestic Dolomites, with wonderful UNESCO sites to visit like the well renowned capital city of Venezia to an incredible array of Venetian villas such as the Palladian Villas.
Let yourself be amazed by the incredible castles of Veneto, a strong testimony of medieval architecture. A dense network of manors spreads over the whole territory, in the plains, on the gentle hill slopes and perched on rocky mountains, surrounded by vineyards, beech and chestnut woods.
Explore the varied natural parks in Veneto, the demonstration of how beautiful and varied nature is in this region. From the Dolomite peaks to the placid river landscape carved out by the River Sile; from the volcanic hills of the Euganean Hills to ancient Monti Lessini; and finally the enchanted landscape of the Po Delta, where water and earth come together.
We will take you to discover the secrets of typical cuisine, one of the most varied in Italy with all sorts of dishes making the most of local ingredients.
Cities and Villages To Visit
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World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1987, the city is the capital of Veneto, but for centuries it was the capital of the vast Republic of Venice.
Venezia, entirely built on water, it is a unique city in the world. It has no roads, just canals – including the Grand Canal thoroughfare – lined with Renaissance and Gothic palaces. Few cities can claim such a priceless art and history heritage as Venice.
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May be the oldest city in northern Italy, if you believe the claims of its 12th-century BC founding by Trojans. It certainly has history, including its famous university (one of Europe’s oldest, from 1222), the 13th-century Basilica di Sant'Antonio (resting place of St. Anthony), and Scrovegni Chapel, with Giotto’s famed 14th century frescos. The magnificent Prato della Valle, a 950,000-square-foot elliptical square, is thought to be Europe’s second-biggest.
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A city in the Veneto region of northeastern Italy, and unfortunately overlooked by many visiting the region, Treviso has even been referred to as the gateway to Venice. Treviso is a beautiful destination in its own right, with several historic palaces, medieval city walls, a maze of pretty canals and narrow cobbled streets.
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Located in the Veneto region of Italy, in its own province. It's a medium-sized town, a lovely town to visit; with a beautiful, compact town centre and attractive villas and viewpoints in the hills a short walk away.
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The historic city of Verona was founded in the 1st century B.C. It particularly flourished under the rule of the Scaliger family in the 13th and 14th centuries and as part of the Republic of Venice from the 15th to 18th centuries. Verona has preserved a remarkable number of monuments from antiquity, the medieval and Renaissance periods, and represents an outstanding example of a military stronghold.
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Belluno makes a scenic and strategic base to explore the surrounding mountains. The historical old town is its own attraction, mixing stunning views with Renaissance-era buildings.
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Rovigo is the smallest province of the Padana plain, but is one of the jewels which glistens in the crown of the Veneto. Its medieval past is well-documented by its streets and squares. Rovigo nestles in an unequalled landscape, emitting an air of mystery and incredible charm.
From the coast to the mountains, ancient monuments and palaces of rare beauty, centuries-old churches and beautiful gardens.