Padua Cathedral exterior

A Brief History of Padua Cathedral

Padua Cathedral, or Duomo di Padova, stands in the heart of the ancient city, symbolising centuries of faith, architectural evolution, and the resilience of its people. While less known outside Italy than some of the country’s other grand cathedrals, Padua’s Duomo has a rich and fascinating history that reflects the city’s religious and cultural significance […]

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Elena Piscopia, first woman in the world to earn A PhD

Proposal to erect statue of woman in Padua’s Prato della Valle square sparks debate

Elena Cornaro Piscopia was the first woman in the world to earn a PhD, receiving her doctorate degree in philosophy from the University of Padua in 1678. A proposal suggests erecting her statue on an empty plinth in the city’s square alongside 78 statues of men.

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Padua fresco cycles nominated for UNESCO Heritage status. Image: Comune di Padova, Gabinetto Fotografico dei Musei Civici di Padova Copyright: © Comune di Padova Settore Cultura, Turismo, Musei e Biblioteche

UNESCO considers Italy’s nominated Heritage Sites and the future of Venice lagoon

UNESCO is holding the 44th session of the World Heritage Committee from 16 to 31 July in China. Up for consideration are two Italy nominations to join the World Heritage List. Also under consideration is whether Venice and its lagoon should join the endangered list.

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