WHAT TO SEE.
Where History and Nature bring inspiration to life
There is a tomb in Arquà;
lifted upward, on columns, rest
the bones of Laura's lover:
here flock
many friends of her well-sung lamentations,
like pilgrims honoring her genius.
From "The Pilgrimage of Young Aroldo," George Gordon Byron
WHAT TO SEE IN ARQUÀ PETRARCA
Arquà Petrarca is a village where history, literature and nature intertwine in a perfect balance. Walking through its narrow stone streets, one can admire ancient mansions and historic palaces, witnesses of a noble past, and discover the literary plaques dedicated to the great authors who visited and loved this place. Monuments, churches and Petrarchan sites tell the story of the village and the poet who made its name famous. The surrounding landscape offers breathtaking views, with iconic vantage points from which to gaze embrace the Euganean Hills and their natural wonders.
Villas and Historic Houses
Arquà Petrarca is enriched by the presence of elegant historic villas, ancient dwellings that tell centuries of history and culture. Residences of...
Churches and Places of Worship
Arquà Petrarca guards a patrimony of faith and art, with churches and small places of worship that tell the religious history of the village and the...
Museums
Arquà Petrarca holds a unique cultural heritage, made up of places that tell the identity of the territory through art, philosophy and historical...
Historic Buildings
Walking through the stone streets of Arquà Petrarca, one has the impression of entering a timeless tale. The historic buildings that dot the village,...
Literary Plaques
The Francesco Petrarch and Euganean Hills Literary Park® celebrates the authors who drew inspiration from the Euganean Hills and Arquà.
Monuments and Works of Art
Arquà Petrarca holds monuments that tell of its history and deep connection with the poet Francesco Petrarca. The village is home to some of the most...
Nature Sites and Green Areas
Arquà Petrarca is also unspoiled nature and extraordinary landscapes. Some places, over time, have become true icons of the Euganean Hills, vantage...
Viewpoints
The village of Arquà offers surprising views, overlooking a landscape that combines nature, history and poetry. From the hills surrounding the...