| Vicenza, Italy lies
in the northern section of Italy and is the capital of the Eponymous province
in the Veneto region. Vicenza is located approximately 38 miles
from Venice and 125 miles from Milan.
Vicenza is probably
most well known for its many buildings designed by Palladio between 1580
and 1590. The Villa Capra, the Basilica Palladiana, Teatro Olimpico, Palazzo
Chiericati, Palazzo Barbaran Da Porto, Palazzo Thiene, and the Palazzo
Da Port Breganze were all designed by the architect Palladio in the 1500s.
Besides Palladio’s works, there
are many other points of interest to behold while in Vicenza. The
Cathedral, which was erected in the early 11th century holds many pictures
and sculptures from Vicentine artists. The Church of the
Ara Coeli holds paintings by Tiepolo. There are also many other churches
and museums that hold paintings and sculptures from artists dating as far
back as the 11th century.
Although the country surrounding
Vicenza is mostly agricultural, there are many quarries that contribute
to Vicenza’s economy. Marble, sulphur, copper and silver mines are
all operative, and there are several mineral springs. Most of the industry
focuses on the jewelry and clothing businesses, although there are several
pottery and musical instrument factories also.
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