{"id":3213,"date":"2019-08-27T10:00:35","date_gmt":"2019-08-27T08:00:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.termetritone.it\/?p=3213"},"modified":"2023-11-15T12:11:52","modified_gmt":"2023-11-15T11:11:52","slug":"the-royal-palace-of-the-euganean-hills-a-visit-to-catajo-castle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.termetritone.it\/en\/territory\/the-royal-palace-of-the-euganean-hills-a-visit-to-catajo-castle\/","title":{"rendered":"The Royal Palace of the Euganean Hills: a visit to Catajo Castle"},"content":{"rendered":"

Nestled in the greenery of the fairy-tale setting of the Euganean Hills<\/strong> is one of the most majestic fortresses in the province of Padua. Catajo Castle<\/strong>, located a few kilometres from Abano Terme, is considered one of Europe’s most impressive historic palaces, thanks to its 350 rooms and 40 hectares of grounds.
\nCatajo is a unique setting where visitors feel they are in an unforgettable dream<\/strong> in a place filled with magic.<\/p>\n

For information and advice on the most beautiful places around Abano Terme, please <\/em>email us here<\/em><\/strong><\/a> or call (+39) 049 8668099<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Catajo Castle: five centuries of history of a timeless palace<\/h3>\n

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In 1570, Pio Enea I of the Obizzi family<\/strong> decided to build a fortress at the foot of the Euganean Hills, having been captivated by the unique beauty of the place. This stunning mansion, halfway between a military castle and a princely villa<\/strong>, was built in just three years by the architect Andrea da Valle.<\/p>\n

In parallel, Giovanni Battista Zelotti<\/strong>, a pupil of the famous Paolo Veronese, was entrusted with the castle’s frescoes. Zelotti created one of the most extraordinary fresco cycles<\/strong> of all the Venetian Villas.<\/p>\n

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In the early 1800s, Catajo Castle passed into the hands of the Archdukes of Modena of the House of Este<\/strong>. In those years the house went through a period of immense prosperity: the owners decided to expand the spaces of the castle<\/strong> on the occasion of the visit of the Austrian imperial court.<\/p>\n

After the childless death of Francis V, Catajo Castle passed to the heir to the Austrian throne, Archduke Franz Ferdinand von Habsburg<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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A fascinating journey behind the walls of the Royal Palace of the Euganean Hills<\/h3>\n

Once you cross the threshold of the castle, you will find yourself immersed in a magical world, full of art, mystery and colour<\/strong>. The courtyard adjacent to the portal is known as the Courtyard of the Giants<\/strong>, and in the past has hosted events such as theatrical performances and tournaments.<\/p>\n

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On the courtyard stands the famous Elephant Fountain<\/strong>, which was built by the Obizzi family in the 17th century; a timeless beauty, it is one of only three sculptures of elephants made in Italy in that century.<\/p>\n

Continuing with our visit we come now to the main floor, or piano nobile<\/strong>, dominated by a large frescoed salon that will leave you breathless. Outside the salon, the Grand Terrace<\/strong> provides an unforgettable glimpse of the Euganean Hills.<\/p>\n

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Catajo Castle is famous in Italy for the wonderful Garden of Delights<\/strong>, where colours, scents and unique sensations blend in a multisensory harmony.
\nThe garden, among its many beauties, boasts the presence of three of the most important trees in Europe<\/strong>: two gigantic magnolias from the 1700s and a towering sequoia.<\/p>\n

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Our staff are at your disposal to book trips and excursions in the beautiful Regional Park of the Euganean Hills. For information and advice, please email us here<\/strong><\/a> or call (+39) 049 8668099<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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