The Botanical gardens of Padua as has been created in 1545, is at the present the most antique in his genre, as a botanical garden managed by a University. The primarily purpose at that age was to grow there herbs in order to help the students of medicine to recognize the correct ones and the amount of species was around 1800. Thanks to the commercial connection wordlwide of the Republic of Venezia this number grew more and more and today the differente plants have been divided into 5 different enviroments: mediterranean, alpine, fresh water, succulent plants and tropical greenhouse. Has been declared an UNESCO site.
This stunning theater is known for having the oldest existing stage set in the world. The set was originally built for the theater's first performance in 1585 and is still used to this day. The stage set has a Roman-style influence, but the "marble" is actually made out of wood, plaster and stucco. The Teatro Olimpico was designed by the famed Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio and was completed after his death. One can take a tour of this beautiful theater or enjoy a memorable show here.
In Piazza dei Signori is the Basilica Palladiana, which is also known as the Palazzo della Ragione, the symbolic monument of Vicenza. The basilica encircles the preexisting, Gothic buildings from the fifteenth century, where justice used to be administered, with a double order of loggias, the work of Palladio. It was his first, important commission and launched his fortune in the city and his career. Palladio created a beautiful building, which manages to be light and imposing at the same time. On the right, a staircase goes up to the Loggia and leads to the large, luminous, Gothic salon. On the ground floor are galleries and porticoes with antiques and crafts shops. Every year the basilica hosts important architecture and art shows.
The Santuario di Monte Berico was built during the 17th century. It was built next to an ancient Gothic church that was erected after the apparitions of the Virgin in 1428. The baroque grandiosity of the building can be seen straight away from the bottom of the three large flights of steps that lead up to the entrance. The church is decorated with statues and is crowned by a slender dome. There are some wonderful paintings inside, including works by Veronese and Montagna. The religious heart of the church is the Gothic statue of the Madonna di Monte Berico, with its halo, studded with gemstones. The sanctuary of Monte Berico is still the destination of many pilgrimages even today.
Corso Andrea Palladio, a famous, main street in Vicenza, Italy was named after the prominent Renaissance Architect Andrea Palladio. The street officially acquired its current name in 1945 and it is significantly surrounded by various historic palaces that have been believed to be designed by Palladio and his pupils. The memorable street that runs from the west to the east of the city not just connects cities but also due to the presence of prominent theaters, museums and castles has been recognized by UNESCO and a popular tourist attraction.
Located in the outskirts of Vicenza, the splendid Villa Vamarana is a spectacular representation of a 16th-century Renaissance villa. Designed by renowned architect Andrea Palladio, the villa displays some fabulous works of art, through beautiful frescoes and intricate sculptures. Passed through the generations, the villa is still owned by the Vamarana household and can only be visited with prior notice.
Datada de meados do século XIII, a construção da Basílica de Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari foi ampliada e continuou até o século XVI. A igreja abriga pinturas de Ticiano, como l'Assunta e La Madonna di Cà Pesaro. Dentro da capela, você encontrará a Madonna de Bellini. Ele também contém os túmulos de Ticiano, Canova, Monteverdi e Francesco Foscari. Apesar de seus muitos tesouros históricos e artísticos, as grandes dimensões da igreja fazem com que pareça espaçosa. Os serviços são realizados diariamente. Este é o lugar onde você pode apreciar em profundidade a arte religiosa do período renascentista.
This stunning theater is known for having the oldest existing stage set in the world. The set was originally built for the theater's first performance in 1585 and is still used to this day. The stage set has a Roman-style influence, but the "marble" is actually made out of wood, plaster and stucco. The Teatro Olimpico was designed by the famed Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio and was completed after his death. One can take a tour of this beautiful theater or enjoy a memorable show here.
Located on the Grand Canal, Palazzo Barbarigo-Minotto is a 15th-century historical palace and is one of the prime attractions of the city. The charming historic building offers pristine views of the Grand Canal and its location represents the stunning architectural marvel of that era. The interiors of this palace are embellished with intricate details and the walls are adorned with stunning artworks. In association with Musica a Palazzo, it also hosts prominent cultural concerts and operas happening in the city.
This museum has been created in 1998 thanks to a collaboration between the city of Padua and a private collection of some of the most antique and precious instruments that can been considered as the predecessors of the modern ones used in the cinema. There are magical lanterns, antique devices used for projection, toy's lantern, and glasses that were used in order to create magical images and a kind of pre-cinema. Aside the permanent collection it also hosts temporary expositions all centered on ancient techniques like the shadow theater.
Museo della Musica di Venezia is a place that is a must stop for music lovers from all over. This museum is a true hidden gem, and although it has free entry, you will rarely encounter crowds here. The guide takes you around the premises, which feature vintage musical instruments, Venice being a centre for music after all. String instruments of every kind, from harps to violins can be found here, with some as old as the late 1600s.
Located inside Giardino Groggia, Teatrino Groggia is a historic building that was built way back in the 1600s. It has since been restored, and was opened as a theater in 2001, with effort of the city council. The 99 seat theater hosts a variety of cultural performances, with everyone from theater companies to school kids having displayed their talent here.