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    Tourist Attractions in Verona

    The most interesting and beautiful tourist attractions in Verona. Photos and a brief description.

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    About Verona

    Romantic and ancient Verona is a city where the great heritage of the Roman Empire and the lost poetry of the Italian Middle Ages have been preserved. Ancient amphitheatres still gather hundreds of spectators during theater festivals, and services are held in Romanesque temples of the VII-X centuries as in previous eras.

    Time has stopped on the streets of Verona for a long time. It seems that noble families still live in the houses of the XIII century, the Montagues and Capulets continue their age-old vendetta, and the beautiful Juliet is about to come out on her balcony to tell the moon and stars about her love for young Romeo.

    Verona is a famous and important tourist center of Italy. The beauty of urban architecture and natural landscapes attracts thousands of tourists from all over the world, and a beautiful love story invented by Shakespeare attracts enthusiastic couples like a magnet.

    Top Tourist Attractions in Verona

    Juliet's House

    A house built in the XIII century on Via Capello street. It was here, according to the legendary Shakespearean tragedy, that the young Juliet Capulet and her family lived. There is a statue of the heroine in the courtyard, the famous balcony also opens into the courtyard, and there is a museum in the house itself. This romantic place is constantly flooded with tourists, lovers from all over the world try to capture a kiss under Juliet's balcony or attach a note with wishes to the wall.

    Juliet's House
    Juliet's Tomb

    Juliet's Tomb

    The tomb is a sarcophagus made of red marble, which is located in the crypt of the Franciscan monastery of San Francesco Al Corso. It is believed that the tragic love story of Romeo and Juliet ended here (the lovers took poison). The tomb is not inferior in popularity to the House of Juliet, hundreds of people come here every day. There is an opinion that the attraction was specially created in the XX century to attract more tourists to Verona.

    Romeo's House

    The house of the Nogarola family of the XIV century, where, according to the ideas of Shakespeare fans and local residents, Romeo lived. The building is a powerful medieval building. The exterior facade is made in Romanesque style, in the upper floors there is a Gothic style. The Montague family never owned this building. Romeo's House is located just 150 meters from Juliet's House. The building is private property, so inspection is possible only from the outside.

    Romeo's House
    Piazza Bra

    Piazza Bra

    One of the central squares of Verona, the public and commercial center of the city. The Piazza is so large that it is considered the largest in all of Italy. The facades of the palazzo of the XVII-XIX centuries overlook the square. The space is decorated with a monument in honor of King Victor Emmanuel II and a sculptural group depicting Italian partisans. There is also an amphitheater on the square, built in the era of Ancient Rome.

    Arena di Verona

    The ancient theater, which is still used for its intended purpose. Opera festivals are held here every year, where the best troupes from all over the world come together. The amphitheater hosts all kinds of concerts, festive performances, large-scale musical events. Arena di Verona was built before the Roman Colosseum – in the 40s. I century A.D. The attraction can be visited outside the concert as part of an excursion.

    Arena di Verona
    Signoria Square

    Signoria Square

    A medieval square, where the city self-government bodies have always been located. Now this place is a popular tourist attraction. There is a monument to Dante Alighieri on the square. The poet lived in the Podesta Palace for 13 years at the invitation of Can Grande dela Scala, the lord of Verona. Dante was exiled from his native Florence and wandered around different cities until his death.

    Piazza delle Erbe

    The oldest square in Verona, built on the site of the Roman forum. The piazza is surrounded by historical buildings from different eras. Here you can admire the Gothic Merchants' House, the building of the People's Bank of Verona, the Mazzanti House, the Palazzo del Comune. The central composition is the fountain of the Madonna of Verona, erected in the XIV century. The statue of the Mother of God was created on the basis of a Roman prototype of the IV century.

    Piazza delle Erbe
    Palazzo Maffei

    Palazzo Maffei

    The palace of the XV-XVII centuries, a real masterpiece of Italian Baroque architecture. The facade is decorated with statues of Roman gods, elegant balconies, arches and semi-columns. Adjacent to the building is a strict brick tower del Gardello with a clock face of the XV century. Opposite the palace there is a column of St. Mark with a winged lion – a symbol of the Republic of Venice, since Verona was for some time the possession of the Venetians.

    Castelvecchio Castle

    A medieval defensive structure on the Adige River, which was erected to create a barrier before the passage of enemy ships. The castle began to be built after the della Scala family came to power. Thanks to Castelvecchio, Verona turned into a real fortress city by the middle of the XIV century. In the courtyard there is a statue of CanGrande della Scala, inside the castle there is a museum with collections of weapons, paintings, ceramics, jewelry.

    Castelvecchio Castle
    Verona Cathedral

    Verona Cathedral

    One of the main city temples, built in the harsh Romanesque style. The cathedral was built at the end of the XII century and modernized in the XV century. The interior is made in a later Gothic style, it has red columns, blue vaults with golden stars and "airy" arches. The cathedral houses unique works of art and objects preserved from the XII-XV centuries.

    Basilica of San Zeno Maggiore

    Romanesque church, erected on the site of the grave of Zinon of Veronica – the first local bishop. The basilica was built in the X century under Emperor Otto the Great, in the XII – XIII centuries some elements were replaced and several extensions appeared. In this form, the temple stood until the XIX century, until it fell into disrepair. The restoration was carried out in 1993, after which the basilica was reopened to the public.

    Basilica of San Zeno Maggiore
    Church of San Lorenzo

    Church of San Lorenzo

    A Catholic church of the VIII century, founded in honor of St. Lawrence of Rome. In those distant times, the church was located outside the city limits, now it is part of the central part of Verona. Despite the fact that the building has been rebuilt several times, its architecture is a striking example of the early Romanesque style. The church interior has been preserved since the XII century. Inside are the tombs of the noble families of Trivella and Nogarola.

    Basilica of Santa Anastasia

    The Dominican Church of St. Anastasia, built in the period 1290 — 1481. The exterior facade of the temple is quite modest, but the interior impresses with the splendor and luxury of the decoration. The interior of the basilica consists of marble columns, picturesque frescoes on the vaulted ceiling, sculptures, chapels and brilliant altars of the noble families of Verona. In its richness, the interior of the Basilica of Santa Anastasia surpasses the decoration of the cathedral.

    Basilica of Santa Anastasia
    Scaliger Arches

    Scaliger Arches

    Gothic tombstones of representatives of the Scaliger family – rulers of Verona in the XIII-XIV centuries. There are three arches in total – Can Grande I della Scala, Cancinorio and Mastino II. Next to them are the graves of some other members of the genus. The arches are considered an outstanding example of Gothic architectural style. They are located next to the seventh-century Church of Santa Maria Antica, which served as a palace chapel during the rule of the Scaligers.

    Gavi Arch

    The ancient Roman triumphal arch, erected in the I century AD in honor of the noble family of Gavia by the architect Lucius Cerdon. Until the XVI century, the building was used as a city gate, in subsequent centuries artisans' shops and retail outlets began to appear around the arch. At the beginning of the XIX century, under Napoleon Bonaparte, the arch was dismantled and moved to the amphitheater. The structure was restored and returned to its former location in 1932.

    Gavi Arch
    Porta Borsari

    Porta Borsari

    The ancient gates of the Roman Empire period, built in the 1st century AD. In the Middle Ages, the structure served as a military outpost and barracks for the city garrison, as well as a customs point for collecting fees from merchants. On the facade there are inscriptions in Latin dating back to the III century AD. The gates are well preserved, given their age in the 20th century. The name "Porta Borsari" appeared during the Late Middle Ages.

    Porta Leoni

    Ancient Roman gates and outpost, which performed defensive functions. Like the Porta Borsari, when they appeared in the I century AD, they were part of the defensive fortifications of Verona. Only part of the facade and the base of the towers have survived to this day. According to research, the gate reached a height of 13 meters. "Porta Leoni" in translation means "lion gate", this name appeared in the Middle Ages.

    Porta Leoni
    Porta Nuova

    Porta Nuova

    The city gates, erected in the XVI century to strengthen the defensive power of Verona. At the end of the XVIII century, the French conquerors removed the coats of arms of the Republic of Venice from the facade, and in the middle of the XIX century, the building was rebuilt by the Austrians, who gained power over Verona after the Congress of Vienna. Despite the modernization, the central part of the gate has retained its original medieval appearance.

    Lamberti Tower

    The tower is located on the Erbe Square and is considered the tallest building in Verona (height – 83 meters). The building appeared thanks to the Lamberti family in the XII century, at that time its height was only 37 meters. Over time, the tower has grown to its current size. The building is decorated with antique clocks and bells that once heralded the beginning of the war. If desired, you can climb to the observation deck and admire the views of Verona.

    Lamberti Tower
    Roman Theater

    Roman Theater

    Ruins of an ancient theater on the slope of St. Peter's Hill. Throughout the entire period of the Middle Ages, the building fell into disrepair. Lombards built houses on its territory, there was even the residence of one of the Ostrogothic kings. The theater was dug up in 1830, when the place was cleared of old buildings. Due to the fact that it was underground for a long time, almost all parts of the structure are well preserved. In summer, opera productions take place on the territory of the theater.

    Archaeological Museum

    The museum's exposition is located in a former monastery building near the Roman Theater. The museum was organized at the beginning of the XX century. The collection was replenished through private collections and donations. The museum has many antique exhibits: sculptures, mosaics, ceramics, bronze figurines, dishes and other artifacts. The preserved monastery church with frescoes of the XVI century is also part of the museum exposition.

    Archaeological Museum
    Scaliger Bridge

    Scaliger Bridge

    The bridge of the XVI century, built by the will of the ruler CanGrande II della Scala. The structure connects the Castelvecchio Castle with the left bank of the Adige River. The bridge was supposed to provide a quick and inconspicuous escape of Can Grande in the event of a popular uprising. The landmark has not reached our days in its original form, as it was blown up in 1945 by German troops. The bal Bridge was restored from fragments in the 50s of the XX century.

    Ponte Pietra Bridge

    An ancient arch bridge of the I century AD, repeatedly reconstructed and rebuilt over many centuries of existence. The bridge was once part of the Roman Postumian Road that led from Genoa to the Alps. Like the Scaliger Bridge, it was rebuilt from the wreckage after being destroyed during the Second World War. Ponte Pietra was the very first stone bridge in Verona, today it is the only preserved ancient pontoon in the city.

    Ponte Pietra Bridge
    Giusti Garden

    Giusti Garden

    Palace and park complex on hilly slopes in the eastern part of Verona. It is a palace of the XVI century, surrounded by a landscaped park. Once this area belonged to the Tuscan Giusti family. The complex is designed in a classic Mediterranean style: the park is planted with cypresses and thuja, numerous alleys are decorated with antique statues and fountains. Cosimo de' Medici, Mozart, Goethe and the Russian Emperor Alexander II visited the estate.

    Lake Garda

    The largest Italian lake lying at the foot of the Alps. It is located a few dozen kilometers from Verona. In its shape, the reservoir resembles a medieval weapon of the same name, hence such a characteristic name. The surroundings of the lake are a popular and prestigious resort, long favored by tourists. Cozy towns with hotels and excellent infrastructure stretch along the picturesque shores.

    Lake Garda