You can visit many beautiful places near to this house, situated in the green Venetian countryside, this is a little example:

- VENICE > 30 minuits from here: Tucked away in the lanes and squares ("calli" and "campielli") are places where authentic Venetian life goes on. Follow any of these routes and sooner or later You will arrive at Piazza San Marco, the heart of this city treasured as the world's patrimony. The square is a splendid stage offering the voices and faces of tourists from all over the world. The Basilica of St. Mark's dominates the square with its five impressive domes and its gold mosaics, closer to an Oriental style then a Christian one. Enter the Basilica, considered a masterpiece of Romanesque-Byzantine construction, and marvel at the interior, shimmering with mosaics, and full of priceless works of art such as the gold altar-piece studded with gems, created by Byzantine and Venetian goldsmiths. The adjacent palace, the Palazzo Ducale, on the piazzetta overlooking the Lagoon, is an impressive building reflecting the power and glory of the Venetian "Serenissima". This was the Doge's residence, but also the seat of the government and judiciary system. It rapresents today one of the finest examples of Venetian Gothic and a masterpiece of seventeenth-century Renaissance art.

- ISLANDS OF THE VENICE LAGOON > 40 minuits from here: If You want to fully appreciate the beauty of Venice it is worth visiting the Lagoon and its remarkable but fragile ecosystem. As You cruise around the islands, note the extraordinary natural landscape, and visit the most famous islands in the lagoon. Murano is famous for its glassworks and masters of glass blowing, and Burano for its pretty pastel-coloured houses and refined lace making.

- THE WONDERFUL VENETIAN VILLAS IN THE BRENTA RIVER AND IN ALL THE REGION > 20 minuits from here: The Veneto is full of spendid Villas, making this region unique in Italy. Despite the historic events that reduced their number considerably, there are still around 4.000 country residences, which were built thanks to the initiatives of enlightened citizens and great architects who so ingeniously revisited the "Buildings of the Ancients" and thus created the "Civilisation of the Ville Venete". The architectural concepts of the Venetian Villas soon went beyond the borders of the Republic since they satisfied all the needs linked to the practical use of this type of building. Over the centuries the country house of the 1400s, which was a proper farm, developed to highly complex Renaissance villa, and later to the Baroque villa, the favourite place to satisfy the "hankering for holidays", to the nineteenth century villa, which was frequently representative of the new emerging class, the wealthy bourgeoisie linked to the new modern industry. Palladio, Sansovino, Sanmicheli, Scamozzi, Massari, Jappellii and numerous others - all greatest architects - accepted the challenge of the constantly changing roles of the villa and designed real masterpieces. The splendid architecture of the buildings was invariably linked to decorations of the highest quality - for centuries, frescoes, stucco, statues have told of the wealth, glory, virtue and love their clients for the arts. It is impossible to name all the artists who contributed to the fame of the Venetian Villas but the famous painters Veronese, Zelotti, Tiepolo and the sculptor Alessandro Vittoria are among them.

- VICENZA "UNESCO HERITAGE" > 30 minuits from here: Vicenza lies in the heart of the Veneto Region, in a fertile area of the Padanian plain between the Berice and Lessini Hills. It is only fifty kilometres from Venice and Verona. The city is a symbol of the elegance and culture, witnessing a rapid growth in the economic sector, above all famous world-wide for its gold and leather products. Andrea Palladio, Vincenzo Scamozzi and Carlo Scarpa are all linked to this city, and great writers like Wolfgang Goethe, Antonio Fogazzaro and Albert Camus were all seduced by its atmosphere that is reflected in their works, and will also capture You walk along the streets, surrounded by well-proportioned Palladian masterpieces, fifteenth-century Gothic buildings, and churches. As walk immersed in art from the Palladian Palazzo Chiericati, to the Olympic Theatre, last work by that great architect and finished by Scamozzi, and the temple of Saint Corona, containing works by G. Bellini and P. Veronese. Walk further on, to find Palazzo Leoni Montanari and the palaces of Contrà Porti, until You reach Piazza dei Signori, where You can marvel at the Loggia del Capitaniato, and the Palladian Basilica, symbols of Vicenza that dominate the square.

- PADUA CITY OF ARTS (and city of Saint Anthony) > 15 minuits from here: You can admire this elegant and fascinating city starting from the Prato della Valle, a large, monumental elliptical square with its imposing Basilica of Saint Giustinian.Nearby is the famous Basilica of Saint Anthony, marvelled at by millions of pilgrims and visitors each year from all over the world , which houses some some superb artistic masterpieces. When You arrive at the city centre, You can admire the historic Caffè Pedrocchi opposite the Palazzo del Bo, historic seat of the prestigious University of Padua, still full today of student tradition and spirit. You can walk around the ancient squares, and see the imposing Palazzo della Ragione, the ancient Cathedral Baptistery, and buy from the pictoresque market stalls. Visit the Cappella degli Scrovegni, and be stunned by the cycle of early fourteenth century frescoes by Giotto, unrivalled masterpieces in Western art. Discover the charm and history of Padua sailing along its numerous canals that make up the ancient water network beetween the river Brenta and the river Bacchiglione, if You coast along the river in the historic centre You will see the secret hidden parts of the city, skirting the ancient Venetian Renaissance walls that go from Bastione Novo to Portello, the ancient river port.

- VERONA > 60 minuits from here: If You want to travel back in time to the origins of the historic centre, visit Piazza Bra where You can find the imposing Arena, one of the most famous open-air opera arenas in the world and symbol of Verona. The building dominates the piazza with as perfect harmonious form, alternating arches and fascinating interplay of masonry which is red and white. The Via Mazzini starts from here, lined with chic shops and fashionable showrooms, and leads to the charming Piazza delle Erbe, originally and ancient Roman forum, which will surprise You with its variety of medieval Renaissance and seventeenth and eighteenth-century architecture. Further on, You can visit Giulietta's famous house, in Via Cappello, which overlooks lovers from all over the world as they go by. Go through the door, and You will see a small courtyard with the balcony famous for the meeting between Shakespeare's heroine and her beloved Romeo.

- ASIAGO > 60 minuits from here: Asiago, located in the centre of the Altopiano, is a popular resort, particularly for winter sports, but also a wonderful place to go for long walks in the valley: Stroll along the numerous paths that lead to some awe-inspiring beauty spots: dandelion.scattered meadows, woods and clearings, a natural habitat for birds and animals: You will discover the genuine taste of products, in particular the delicious Asiago cheese made in the Malgas, small dairies that are dotted all along the Altopiano that reveal the simple daily life of the inhabitants. These small dairies are only active for about 90 to 120 days in the year. They are surrounded by pastures, and usually have a place for making the cheeses, stables, pig-pens, wells, herds of cows and a cowherd. These places are well worth visiting, for their interesting rural activities, and their economic, historic, environmental and tourist heritage.

- DOLOMITES > 90 minuits from here: The Dolomites, pale mountains, owe their name to the dolomite rock formations. Their peaks are the dreams of intrepid mountain climbers and their extraordinary vertical rock faces have been scaled by the most famous mountaineers in history; from Tita Piaz to revolutionary Reinhold Messner and the contemporary Manolo, These mountains offer peace and tranquillity, with superb views, walking in these mountains is an experience that will refresh body and mind, captivated by the magical atmosphere of the valleys and the majestic peaks that are silhouetted against the Alpine sky.

- EUGANEAS SPAS AND EUGANEAN HILLS> 40 minuits from here: The Euganean spa area, the biggest one in Europe, lies at the heart of the Veneto Region amidst Nature and the soft, rolling Euganean Hills (MORE OF EUGANEAN HILLS). It is only fifty kilometres away from Venice, and comprises the towns of Abano, Montegrotto, Battaglia, Galzignano and Teolo. This area offer a refined and relaxing environment and all sorts of leisure activities only a few minutes away from busy town life.

- GARDA LAKE > 60 minuits from here: The Riviera of the Olive Trees, the name given the eastern shore of Lake Garda, extends for fifty kilometres north-west in the province of VERONA, running along the shores of the biggest lake in Italy. You will be enraptured by the alternating bays and coves, picturesque villages and castles suttounded by lush vegetation owing to a mild climate, such as citrus trees, oleanders, agave and palm trees, and above all olive trees, symbol to the territory. If You go on a short cruise, leaving from the fascinating setting of the gulf of Garda, You will be able to admire the exclusive, seclured spots and this coast, and visit some wonderful places to relax and enjoy Yourself, like the quaint villages on the Bardolino coast, famous for the wine of the same name, and Lazise, with its unique castle and artistic buildings.

- GARDALAND > 60 minuits from here: Gardaland is the City of the Entertainment, is the biggest theme park in Italy, with an enormous variety of fun-filled activities, new ones every year thanks to technological innovation.

- THE ROUTE OF THE DOGES' WINES > 40 minuits from here: PRAMAGGIORE > ANNONE VENETO >Grapevines that have been grown for over three thousand years can be seen in the area between Pramaggiore, where You can find a wine shop, with the finest wines in the Veneto region, and Annone Veneto. The most renowed wines are Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco, Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso, Riesling Italico, Sauvignon, Tocai Italico and Verduzzo.

- THE ROUTE OF THE PROSECCO'S WINES >40 minuits from here: VALDOBBIADENE > CONEGLIANO VENETO>The home of the famous Prosecco wine and the more exclusive Cartizze starts at Valdobbiadene and proceeds over the hills that lead to Conegliano. You can visit the wine cellars on Your way through the villages that weave history and tradition together, and watch the various stages in the process of wine-making and bottling of such wines as Prosecco, Cartizze, Marzemino, Verdiso, Refrontolo Passito or Torchiato.

- CHIOGGIA > 60 minuits from here: A delightful maritime town also known as "Little Venice", dates back to Roman times and was the second most important town in the Repubblica Serenissima. The remarkable buildings and artworks bear witness to the relationship between the two cities. Nearby, separated by a bridge, is the antique market gardening town of Sottomarina a small hamlet of Chioggia that divides the Lagoon from the Adriatic Sea. Today it is a popular seaside resort.

- THE BEACH:

SOTTOMARINA > 60 minuits from hereThe fine, sandy beach of Sottomarina is about ten kilometres long and in some places as much as 300 metres wide, extending to the mouth of the river Adige and the beach of Isolaverde. Both beaches are well equipped, with vast sandy shores set between the sea, Lagoon and Veneto countryside, offering a huge variety of leisure activities. These include parks, dockyards and small sailing harbours, tennis courts, volleyball, basketball, riding schools, and canoe and windsurfing

CAORLE > 60 minuits from here It is a wonderful experience to cross the Lagoon and arrive at Caorle, a pretty town built after the Venetian model, with its "calli" and "campielli" and its pastel-coloured houses. The best place to visit is the Romanesque Cathedral, built in 1038, with its bell tower nearby, build in 1070. Caorle was once one of the oldest and busiest ports in Roman times, as the numerous merchant ships found underwater testify. Today this stretch of water has become an Archaeological Marine Park. Nowadays Caorle is one of the most interesting seaside resorts, thanks to its long golden beach and modern facilities.

JESOLO > ERACLEA > 60 minuits from here Jesolo Lido and Eraclea Mare, linked together by a thin strip of golden beach, are two of the most popular seaside resorts in Italy, thanks to their exciting and very welcoming atmosphere, where entertainment and leisure are combined with an extraordinary marine and lagoon environment.

- THE PO RIVER > 60 minuits from here: One of the most captivating nature parks in Italy and Europe lies on the southern border of the Veneto Region, linked to Venice by the Romea highway. River settling and land reclamation, as well as containment have transformed the area over the centuries. This has led to the creation of a unique and astonishing environment: immense spaces, wild and uncontaminated nature together with agriculture and fishing.

- ASOLO > 35 minuits from here: Known as "the town of a hundred horizons", Asolo is one of the most beautiful and enchanting small-sized historic centres in Italy. The ancient village, the architectural pearl of the Veneto region, treasures its particular atmosphere which continues to fascinate the entire world, the tiny streets, flanked by porticoes, the houses and the palaces covered by frescoes, the splendid gothic mullioned windows and the Rocca, which overlooks and preserves the entire centre at the same time.

 

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