- Castello di Monselice - The most famous monument in the walled city of Monselice is the Cini Castle, named after its last owner. The monument is currently owned by the Veneto Region, which has converted it into a prestigious museum with a wealth of medieval furniture, furnishings and weapons.
- Villa Duodo, Balbi Valier - Villa Duodo, also known as Villa Valier, is attributed to the architect Vincenzo Scamozzi and built for a Venetian patrician, Francesco Duodo, around 1592. Located high above the fortress of Monselice, the villa shows Palladian influences and is composed of two L-shaped blocks that create a rectangular courtyard. Attached to the villa is a church dedicated to San Giorgio, the last and largest church that completes a ‘sacred route’ of pilgrimage of the seven small churches that climb from the centre of the city to the top of the Rocca hill.
- Return transfer to the place of departure
- Walk along one of the most beautiful jubilee paths in Italy
- Visit to the medieval castle
- Visit the walled city of Monselice
- Agency accompaniment
- Experience traditional Italian life with your local guide
- Insurance and technical organisation of certified travel agency
- Anything not expressly indicated
With this tour of Monselice, we will delve into the rich history of this walled city that has inspired countless writers, artists, and poets. Our journey will take us to the Castle of Monselice, a repository of ancient weapons, chests, exquisite tapestries, and magnificent period furnishings from across Italy. We will explore the history of this captivating place and gain insight into the lives of its former inhabitants. The Carraresi, the Scaligeri, the Visconti, and the Este are among the notable lords who vied for control of this castle, and it is said that their spirits still linger in its ancient halls. Next, we will stroll along Via del Santuario, often hailed as the most beautiful promenade in the Veneto region. This path is lined with villas and the renowned Seven Churches, which evoke the Seven Basilicas of Rome and remain a popular pilgrimage site for devotees from all over Europe. Additionally, we will encounter panoramic viewpoints offering stunning vistas of the town from above.
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