Protagonists of art, thought and culture

FAMOUS PEOPLE

Famous voices and faces in Arquà Petrarca

  2. Illustrious Personalities

"Places that preserve the traces of those who lived and loved them."

ILLUSTRIOUS PERSONAGES in Arquà.

The village of Arquà Petrarca has fascinated poets, artists, scholars and prominent figures of Italian culture over the centuries. Not only Francesco Petrarch, who chose to spend the last years of his life here, but also many other figures have left their mark on the cultural and identity fabric of this timeless place. In this section, we invite you to discover the protagonists who, through their works and thought, have contributed to making Arquà a point of reference for those seeking beauty, inspiration and memory.

Francesco Petrarca

Francesco Petrarca

Francesco Petrarca, a central figure of European humanist thought, lived a life of travel, diplomatic duties, and profound literary reflection. In his final years, he chose Arquà as his ideal refuge, where he could devote himself to study and writing, surrounded by the peace of the Euganean Hills. He died here in 1374, leaving behind an immortal legacy.
Jacopo d'Arquà

Jacopo d'Arquà

A member of the Paradisi family, Jacopo d'Arquà was a respected physician at the court of King Ludovico of Hungary and a colleague of Giovanni Dondi dell'Orologio, as well as a friend of Petrarch. Upon his death he left an important legacy to his hometown, financing the construction of a public cistern to supply water to the community.
Adolfo Callegari

Adolfo Callegari

Art historian, archaeologist and museum director, Adolfo Callegari was one of the most significant figures in the enhancement of Euganean cultural heritage and landscape.