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    Padua, Citadella, Este & the Veneto
    Padua, Citadella, Este & the Veneto
    Padua, Citadella, Este & the Veneto
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    Padua, Citadella, Este & the Veneto

    By Marissa Fabris

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    "An essential guidebook to the region. An amazing resource for anyone traveling in the area. I highly recommend using this book as a reference tool." -- S. Johnson, Amazon reviewer.Italy's northernmost zone, the Veneto includes Padua, Verona, Vicenza, plu
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherHunter Publishing
    Release dateNov 1, 2009
    ISBN9781588438454
    Padua, Citadella, Este & the Veneto

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      Padua, Citadella, Este & the Veneto - Marissa Fabris

      Padua, Citadella, Este & the Veneto

      Marisa Fabris

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      © 2010 Hunter Publishing, Inc.

      All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the written permission of the publisher.

      This guide focuses on recreational activities. As all such activities contain elements of risk, the publisher, author, affiliated individuals and companies disclaim any responsibility for any injury, harm, or illness that may occur to anyone through, or by use of, the information in this book. Every effort was made to insure the accuracy of information in this book, but the publisher and author do not assume, and hereby disclaim, any liability or any loss or damage caused by errors, omissions, misleading information or potential travel problems caused by this guide, even if such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident or any other cause.

      Introduction

      Discovering the Veneto

      A Land of Infinite Wonders

      Geography

      Understanding the People

      The Veneto’s Place in Time

      A Brief History

      Art & Architecture

      The Veneto Today

      Economy

      Government

      A Lively Culture

      Holidays, Festivals & Celebrations

      Food & Drink

      Wine, Spirits & Other Beverages

      Accommodations

      Types of Accommodations

      Adventures & Activities

      Hiking

      Travel Essentials

      Planning Your Trip

      Arriving in the Veneto

      Exploring

      Useful Resources

      Admission Fees

      Business Hours

      Churches

      Emergencies

      Holidays

      Internet Cafés

      Personal Health & Safety/Security

      Postal Service

      Registering in Italy

      Saints Days

      Telephones

      VAT & Tax-Free Shopping

      Useful Resources

      Province of Padua

      Padua

      Getting There

      Getting Around

      Sightseeing

      Adventures

      Festivities

      Culinary Adventures

      Cultural Adventures - Linguistic

      Dining Out

      Accommodations

      Shopping

      Nightlife & Entertainment

      Nightclubs

      Tourist Offices

      Useful Websites

      I Colli Euganei: The Euganean Hills

      Getting There

      Getting Around

      Sightseeing

      Adventures

      Food & Drink

      Accommodations

      Shopping

      Nightlife & Entertainment

      Tourist Offices

      Websites

      Bassa Padovana: Este, Monselice, Montagnana

      Getting There

      Getting Around

      Sightseeing

      Adventures

      Festivals

      Food & Drink

      Accommodations

      Nightlife & Entertainment

      Shopping

      Tourist Offices

      Cittadella

      Sightseeing

      Getting There

      Getting Around

      Adventures

      Food & Drink

      Accommodations

      Nightlife & Culture

      Shopping

      Local Resources

      Province of Rovigo

      Rovigo

      Getting There

      Sightseeing

      Dining Out

      Accommodations

      Shopping

      Nightlife

      Tourist Office

      Websites

      Delta del Po (Po Delta)

      Getting There

      Getting Around

      Sightseeing

      Dining Out

      Accommodations

      Shopping

      Tourist Offices

      Websites

      Appendix

      Additional Reading

      Venice on Screen

      Helpful Websites

      Bringing the Veneto to Your Kitchen

      Associations

      Language Guide

      Basic Vocabulary & Expressions

      Days & Time

      Numbers

      Weather

      Transportation

      Shopping

      Emergencies

      Restaurants

      Menu Guide

      Introduction

      Discovering the Veneto

      Writers, painters, historians and philosophers have long been inspired by the dramatic landscapes of the Veneto Region and, by translating astute observations on canvas or in print, have captured the beauty of a land and a people that have evolved over many centuries.

      Situated in Italy’s northernmost zone, few other regions boast such diverse landscapes. From the low sandy coastline where the Veneto meets the Adriatic Sea, to the mighty Alpine peaks, rolling hills, thermal springs and lagoon systems, the varied landscape makes for lively getaways any season of the year.

      Veneto, a name that derives from Veneti, a pre-Roman people who once inhabited the area, is divided into seven provinces: Belluno, Padua, Rovigo, Treviso, Venice, Verona and Vicenza.

      Although the Venetian Republic’s rule over its mainland territories officially ended in the late 18th century, the presence of its rule is still evident throughout the Veneto today. One of the most telling reminders is the winged lion of St. Mark, which was once Venice’s official emblem.

      Canal in Venice

      One of the great cultural cities of the world, Venice’s geographical location contributed to its naval and commercial dominance in the Mediterranean for centuries and the Republic’s subsequent wealth.

      The history of Venice, or La Serenissima, drastically affected the entire Veneto region and it is impossible, if not inaccurate, to fully appreciate the many towns and their achievements without putting them in their proper context.

      During Venice’s golden age, aristocrats brought their wealth to the Veneto countryside and commissioned architects to build agricultural estates and country homes. Today, more than 4,000 villas remind us of that period, the most famous of which were designed by 16th-century architect Andrea Palladio.

      The Veneto is considered by many to be one of Italy’s most artistically rich regions, from Palladio’s significant architectural contribution in Vicenza to the art of Giotto and Mantegna in Padua and the ancient Roman ruins in Verona.

      The Veneto’s depth, however, extends far beyond its artistic treasures. From grappa, Bassano del Grappa’s distilled liquor, and Valdobbiadene’s sparkling Prosecco wine, to Asiago’s cheese from mountain dairies, and seafood from the lagoon, the Veneto is a food- and wine-lovers’ delight.

      Nearly nine million visitors are attracted to the Veneto each year. The eastern shore of Lake Garda, Riviera degli Olivi, offers visitors Mediterranean scenery against an Alpine backdrop, while Montegrotto Terme and Bibione, famous for their thermal springs and mineral baths, cater to travelers with a more relaxed vacation in mind. The seaside resorts of Caorle and Jesolo are ideal locations for water sports and relaxation alike, and the Dolomite Mountains offer perfect conditions for skiing, hiking, cycling and more.

      A Land of Infinite Wonders

      Geography

      The Veneto is one of Italy’s most topographically diverse regions, boasting Alpine zones, plains, lakes, lagoons and islands within a surface area of 18,364 square kilometers (7,063 square miles). Italy’s eighth-largest region, the Veneto shares its borders with Austria to the north, Trentino-Alto Adige to the northwest, Lombardy to the west, Emilia-Romagna to the south and Friuli-Venezia Giulia to the east.

      In the northernmost zone of the region sit the Dolomite Mountains, best known for ideal skiing conditions in towns such as Cortina d’Ampezzo (a resort that gained fame when it hosted the 1956 Winter Olympics) and the region’s highest peak, Marmolada (the site of glacial skiing in summer).

      Dropping down in size but certainly not beauty, the Dolomites gently slope toward the smaller mountain groups and plateaus that form the pre-Alpine zone, including Belluno, Mt. Grappa, the Mt. Baldo Range and the Asiago plateau.

      Dipping further into the Veneto plain to the region’s sub-Alpine zone are the hills of Asolo and Conegliano and those surrounding Lake Garda.

      The vast plain occupies more than half of the region, stretching from the northern mountainous areas southward to the Po River and is crossed by northern Italy’s main rivers: the Po, the Adige, the Livenza, the Brenta, the Piave and the Tagliamento.

      Lake Garda, a popular summer vacation spot, is both the region’s and the country’s largest natural lake. Most other lakes in the region are artificial and considerably smaller.

      Although the plains make up the majority of the Veneto’s landscape, lagoon systems found between the Po Delta and the mouth of the Tagliamento River form an extensive network dating back nearly 6,000 years, when Venice was formed as a result of rising water levels.

      Climate

      Travelers to the Veneto region should expect the climate to vary as much as the landscape. Generally speaking, spring and autumn are the most pleasant times to visit. March through May and September and October experience the most comfortable weather and the fewest number of tourists.

      The region’s many climatic zones create an overall temperate-continental climate, generally milder along the Adriatic coast and near Lake Garda, but coldest in the mountainous areas. Inland towns are typically colder in winter and warmer in summer than Venice.

      The time of year for your travels will depend on what you want to do – be it an adventure along the Adriatic in June, in the Dolomites in December or in Venice for Carnevale.

      Understanding the People

      Population

      In a country with nearly 57 million inhabitants, about 4½ million people inhabit the Veneto region, the majority concentrated in and around the areas of Treviso, Padua and Vicenza.

      Many people assume that Venice has the highest population in the region,

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