About Verona
The magical city of Verona in the Italian region on Veneto is one of the most popular holiday destinations for an Italy honeymoon or romantic getaway. But what makes this city of love so special? Find out all about Verona in this travel article.
History of Verona
The origins of Verona are unclear, and it may have been founded by the Euganei, the Etruscans or the Raetians. What is clear is that Verona had a fruitful alliance with Ancient Rome and became a Roman colony in 89 BC. In fact, the stunning Arena di Verona amphitheatre that still stands to this day is attributed to the Romans.
During the Middle Ages, Verona was the site of several famous battles, with iconic historic figures such as Alaric I and Attila invading the city. It was also a key figure in Italy’s turbulent history prior to unification. However, after falling under the influence of Germany, Spain and France, by the Renaissance period, Verona was given back to Venice and this allowed for the glorification of Verona, with many palaces, churches and convents being built.
Because of the value and importance of Verona’s many historical buildings, the city has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Verona and the Arts
Shakespeare
Verona has featured as the setting in several of Shakespeare’s plays, including Romeo and Juliet, The Two Gentlemen of Verona and The Taming of the Shrew. In particular, the city of Verona has taken the tragic love story of Romeo and Juliet to its heart. In the city, you can visit Casa di Giulietta and stand on Juliet’s famous balcony. There are also museums and exhibits dedicated to the play and Verona’s role in their love story.
The Opera Festival
Verona hosts an iconic Opera Festival annually during the summer months. Most performances are hosted at Arena di Verona – the glorious Roman amphitheatre at the heart of the city. In previous years, performances have included Nabucco, Aida, Madame Butterfly, Rigoletto and Tosca. In 2017 there was also a special gala with Plácido Domingo, making the Verona Opera Festival and unmissable treat for fans of the arts.
Art
Verona is the home of one of the oldest Art Academy's in the world, the Academy of Fine Arts, making it a sublime destination for those that enjoy fine art.
Top Verona Attractions
Verona is home to a wealth of attractions, with the most popular including Arena di Verona, Castelvecchio and Piazza delle Erbe. It is a treasure trove of delights for those with an interest in architecture and Verona’s many impressive monuments include:
- Domus Mercatorum
- Scaliger Tombs
- Torre dei Lamberti
- Palazzo Canossa
- Arco dei Gavi and
- Ponte Pietra.
Juliet’s House (Casa di Giulietta) on Via Cappello, just off Piazza delle Erbe, is also a top attraction but note that this attraction gets very busy during peak season and you may have to wait if you want to visit inside the house and stand on Juliet’s balcony.
If you want to venture further afield, you can easily visit Venice on a day trip from Verona, as well as the epic Lake Garda.
Popular Verona Honeymoons
Verona is one of the most popular cities for an Italy honeymoon and if you would like the diversity of a twin-city Italy honeymoon, combining two romantic destinations in a single trip, then we think you’ll love these combinations.
Venice and Verona are both in Veneto and travelling between the cities by train is easy. We think the combination of the magic of Venice and the romance of Verona makes for the perfect Italy honeymoon.
For a mix of city sights and tranquil natural beauty, we recommend combining Verona with the glorious Lake Garda, which sits in the Italian Lake District in Lombardy.
With iconic sights, such as the Colosseum and Vatican City, a Verona and Rome twin-city honeymoon will surely be a vacation you remember for a lifetime!
If a chic Italy honeymoon appeals, we recommend considering the combination of Verona and Milan – it’s the perfect mix of dreamy architecture, fashion and vibrant city life.
If you want to lose yourself in the magic of Italy on your romantic holiday, Verona and Florence is the perfect combination for you as these are two of the most beautiful cities in the world.
If you would love to visit Verona as part of an Italy honeymoon or simply for a memorable vacation but don’t want the hassle of arranging the travel details yourself, call a member of our expert team on 01223 637331. We specialise in tailor-made holidays to Italy and can create a dream Verona holiday personalised to you.
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