Vicenza, Italy
Piazza dei Signori
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The Palladian Basilica is a very important piece in the history of the western world. It was actually named a basilica by Andrea Palladio, the designer of its arched porches, to honor the roman empire basilicas, where people would gather to trade goods and hold meetings. Apart from being an architectural masterpiece, the basilica has a lot of very pleasant cafes and restaurants, both at the ground floor, and at the top terrace, and it is also visitable in the second part of the day (except the great hall at the piano nobile). The great hall at the first floor is like a big wooden ark/ship turned on its head. One of the most magnificently grandiose interior spaces in the history of the western world.
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Expensive for what it is, the Basilica is nonetheless a beautiful way to spend half an hour. There is a large indoor hall with a balcony and bar with a great view over the square above it. When I visited there was an architecture exhibition in the hall, nothing about the hall itself though...
Very beautiful place I enjoyed everything in Vicenza such history and beautiful buildings. Definitely worth to visit. It is right at the center of Piazza dei signori's. Love the easy access to everything.
Huge fan of Anrea Palladio. Obviously very influential in Renaissance architecture, and continues to be today. The Palladian Basilica is simply a beauiful example of his work. A must to travel to the top and walk around to get some great views of Vicenza.
Take the time to view every inch you are allowed to explore! We paid 5 Euros for the audio guide and felt it was well worth it. We actually only got one and shared it because while one was listening the other looked around. It worked out well at this location.
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