The Padova Province, the most populated in the Veneto region, has always been a territory rich in resources, top-quality food and wine products and a destination for great artists and free thinkers. It is a predominantly flat area, crossed by numerous waterways and characterized by remarkable agricultural landscapes.
Picturesque villages, abbeys and historic villas enrich this enchanted territory, while the Regional Park of the Euganean Hills will offer unforgettable moments to travelers. Do not miss the chance to spend a few days here! Plan your holidays in this wonderful province, our tips and suggestive photographs will help you take the right path.
In this chapter we talk about the Padova Squares, an important meeting point for the people of Padua and the characteristic markets held in the city. The Padova Squares are one of the meeting places for Paduans, places where you can meet old friends, drink a good coffee, brighten up your day with some typical …
In this chapter we discuss one of the most spectacular and surprising buildings in the center of Padova, the Ragione Palace. The Ragione Palace, or also called the “Salone” for Paduans, was built in the 13th century and was used until the decline of the Republic of Venice, in 1797, as a city court. It …
In this chapter we discuss one of the most beautiful buildings in the Euganean Hills, with one of the most amazing gardens in the province of Padova, Villa Barbarigo. Villa Barbarigo Pizzoni Ardemani is a seventeenth-century Venetian villa, commissioned by the Venetian nobleman Francesco Zuane Barbarigo, located in Valsanzibio di Galzignano Terme, in the Regional …
In this chapter we will discuss one of the most beautiful villages in Italy, Arquà Petrarca, a very popular destination for the most curious visitors. Arquà Petrarca is one of the most beautiful towns in Italy and is located at the foot of Piccolo Mount and Ventolone Mount in the Regional Park of the Euganean …
In this chapter we will discuss one of the most impressive and characteristic buildings of the Euganean Hills Regional Park, the Catajo Castle. The Catajo Castle is a monumental building located in Battaglia Terme, rich in history and elegance, and considered by many to be the fairy-tale palace of the Euganean Hills. This majestic residence, …
In this chapter we discuss an important building in the Paduan countryside, the Praglia Abbey, a Benedictine monastery located in the Euganean Hills. The Praglia Abbey is a Benedictine monastery located in the municipality of Teolo in the Paduan countryside at the foot of Mount Lonzina, on the Euganean Hills. This ancient monastery was founded …
In this chapter we discuss one of the most welcoming and characteristic cities of the Veneto region: do not miss Monselice! Monseliceis a delightful walled city at the foot of the Colle della Rocca and is characterized by beautiful architecture and a picturesque-looking center. A summary of its history can be found within the walls …
In this chapter we discuss one of the most fascinating and engaging cities of the lower Padova area, which still preserves its town walls: Este. At the foot of the Euganean Hills we cross the massive walls of Este, the ancient Ateste, chosen by the enthusiasts of Paleoveneto to found a new and flourishing civilization …
In this chapter we discuss one of the masterpieces of the architect Andrea Palladio for the Venetian countryside, Villa Cornaro, located in Piombino Dese. Villa Cornaro or Cornèr is one of the masterpieces designed by architect Andrea Palladio for the Venetian countryside and especially for Giorgio Cornaro who commissioned the work in 1553. The villa …
In this chapter we discuss one of the largest villas in Europe, where many events and cultural exhibitions take place: Villa Contarini. Villa Contarini or Camerini is one of the largest Venetian villas designed by Andrea Palladio and dates back to the years of its formation and preparation between 1540 and 1550 and, for a …