Padua Urbs Picta: the masterpiece of frescoes in the Scrovegni Chapel and in the Eremitani Church
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Having reached the final, extraordinary stage of our itinerary amid the beauty of Padua Urbs Picta, we treasure what we learned at the previous sites as we can better understand the importance of the frescoes at the Scrovegni Chapel and the Eremitani Church. In previous articles we discussed the innovations of Jacopo da Verona in…
Padua Urbs Picta: the Basilica and the Convent of Sant’Antonio and the Oratory of San Giorgio
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Less than a year has passed since the city of Padua was listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site. During this time the spotlight has been on Padua’s historic centre, which holds the treasures that earned her the prestigious award. The “Padova Urbs Picta” cycle of frescoes was always one of the essential stops on a…
With this article, we travel through time while remaining in Padua. The Palazzo della Ragione and the Baptistery of Padua are part of the cycle of Padua Urbs Picta frescoes, which have recently been added to the list of Unesco world heritage assets. The journey takes us back down the ages through “The frescoed cycles…
The expression “Unesco heritage” immediately makes one think of exotic destinations such as Egypt, with its famous pyramids, or China, with its imposing Great Wall. However, it should be remembered that among these wonders there are 58 * Italian sites listed in the 2021 Heritage, including four places in the city of Padova. Sites…
Discovering the Roman baths by bike
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Our area is full of precious gems set amongst the Euganean Hills and the spa towns of Abano Terme and Montegrotto Terme. To help our guests discover these places, unknown to most people, we have activated an electric bike rental service, perfect even for those who don’t normally cycle, so that everyone can spend time…
It is widely known that foods acquire a special allure depending on the wines paired with them. What is less well known, however, is how much difference the choice of a specific vintage and a given label from a selected winery can make. Choosing a wine to pair with a dish isn’t easy, which is…
The wine cellar at Hotel Tritone is a treasure chest of priceless jewels. Inside this place are kept excellent vintages and special wines from carefully selected wineries: our sommelier takes great care in deciding which ones to recommend to our guests. THE HOTEL TRITONE WINE LIST: A GREAT MAP OF TASTE The shelves of…
There are a thousand ways to explore the Euganean Hills and as many routes to discovering every corner of the area. In the “ Euganean Travel ” series we suggest using a unique vehicle, a vehicle of slow and dreamy journeys: the bicycle. Bikes are available at Hotel Tritone: Guests can book one at reception,…
Many guests probably already know Monselice, the fame of its castle and the unique profile of its fortress. However, few people know that it is possible to reach this medieval town on a special vehicle that allows you to slowly savour the views of the Euganean Hills and the province of Padua. The itinerary we…
Clearly visible from the terraces of Hotel Tritone, the Euganean Hills promise immersion in nature and silence. Sanctuaries, monasteries and abbeys stand on their gentle slopes and tell the story of the Paduan territory, its art and spirituality. We will take you to these mystical places by presenting the Giro Cicloturistico dei Santuari, part of…