Lovers of European historical heritage often choose to stay in Padua to save on accommodation. The city offers relatively affordable hotels, and it is easy to travel to major cities in Italy from there. However, true admirers of antiquity always make time to explore Padua. Despite being a small city, it has much to be proud of and can rival well-known metropolises in the country. One remarkable attraction is the University of Padua, where Galileo Galilei once lectured. The university still preserves the lectern from which he spoke, as well as the 16th-century Anatomy Theatre and much more.
Visiting the famous "Caffè Pedrocchi," located near the university, is a must in Padua. This café was once stormed by Austrian troops due to revolutionary sentiments among the local youth.
No tourist can pass by the ruins of the ancient Roman Arena, where gladiator battles took place. The city's museums are also worth special attention, including the Archaeological Museum, Picture Gallery (Pinacoteca), Museum of Applied Arts in the Zuckermann Palace, Museum Bottacin, and others.
Pedestrian routes through the historical part of the city often start from Prato della Valle Square, the largest square in Padua, surrounded by other attractions. Most of these are religious buildings, such as the Basilica of Saint Anthony, Saint Justina, the Cathedral of Mary of the Assumption, and more.
Padua
A treasure trove of provincial Italy
Tour tours in Italy allocate only a couple of hours to see the city. But this is enough for all who have visited Padua have an irresistible desire to return here again and examine in detail every nook and cranny of the historic part of the city. Every brick in the walls of ancient churches, every stone in the paved squares tells about the amazing events of former times.
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