Veneto is a region full of fascination and charm, with countless natural and artistic attractions, as well as a wide range of not-to-be-missed sights and localities.
The first stop on your journey of discovery, naturally, should be
Venice, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that also comprises its
lagoon,
islands and the
Grand Canal, flanked by ancient, embellished buildings that recall the splendor of the ancient
Maritime Republic.
Venice, famous for its historic
Carnival,
Murano glass, and
Burano lace, can be visited on foot, via small lanes (called calli) (and over numerous bridges) - or by boat - from steamboats to
gondolas, carrying passengers along the canals to admire some of the most singularly special panoramas in the world.
Piazza San Marco, with its Basilica flaunting Byzantine mosaics and domes; the
Doge’s Palace, the labyrinth of lanes dotted by shops and workshops; churches decorated with paintings, sculptures and frescoes; museums and even the most hidden piazzas, are all unforgettable.
Another site on the UNESCO list is
Verona’s historic center, a unique blend of the Renaissance, Medieval and Roman architectonic styles.
The city’s most famous monuments are Juliet’s romantic balcony, made famous by Shakespeare’s tragedy, and the arena, which becomes a spectacular outdoor opera house during the summer.
Nature is another one of the Veneto's excellencies: the
Dolomites were recently added to the UNESCO World Heritage List due to their remarkable shape and the fascinating interplay of light between their peaks and pinnacles.
This is the ideal world for ski enthusiasts: a huge area with miles of slopes and well-equipped resorts - first among them, the exclusive and elegant
Cortina d'Ampezzo, the “pearl” of the Dolomites and one of the most famous mountain resorts in the world.
Padua, the city of culture par excellence, offers its visitors many attractions, from the Basilica of St. Anthony, a destination for religious tourism, to the wonderful Scrovegni Chapel, a timeless masterpiece entirely frescoed by Giotto. Its 16th-Century Botanical Garden, rich in medicinal herbs, is also a World Heritage Site.
The historic center of
Vicenza, characterized by the classical style of architect Andrea Palladio, has also been granted UNESCO status, together with the marvelous stately homes he designed, including the stunning Villa Capra Valmarana and Villa Poiana, surrounded by great parks.
This region has many more surprises in store for visitors to
Belluno, Treviso and
Rovigo. Even the smallest towns are steeped in history and culture:
Asolo, a picturesque Medieval village;
Possagno, dominated by the Mausoleum of Canova; and the walled towns of
Cittadella, Monselice, Montagnana and
Castelfranco Veneto, are by now integral parts of the regional landscape.
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Veneto is a region of northeastern Italy that extends from the Dolomites to the Adriatic Sea. Venice, the capital, is famous for its canals, Gothic architecture and carnival. For more than a millennium, between the seventh and eighteenth centuries, Veneto was part of the powerful Republic of Venice. Close to Lake Garda, a lake that bathes the Alps, stands Verona, the medieval city where Shakespeare set "Romeo and Juliet".
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Description Veneto, where wonder is at home
Choosing Veneto means choosing a destination. Living the Veneto means many things, as many as there are treasures enclosed here. In Veneto every holiday is possible, because in an area of just 210 km in length you will find all the beauties of nature and the greatest artistic peaks reached by man.
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