Padua (Padova) is one of northern Italy’s most historic cities and one of its most liveable. Located in the Veneto region, it sits just west of Venice and has been shaped by centuries of learning, religion and civic life. It is compact, walkable and ideal for a short cultural break or an overnight stop on […]
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Padua is renowned for its intellectual heritage and architectural splendour. While many associate it with its famous university and scientific contributions, the churches and cathedrals of Padua are equally impressive.
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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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It’s not known for certain whether Shakespeare ever visited Italy, but what is certain is the world’s most popular playwright was certainly influenced by the Bella Paes.
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A state prosecutor in northern Italy has demanded that 33 birth certificates be cancelled of children born to lesbian couples dating back to 2017. The prosecutor says the name of the nonbiological mother should be removed.
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Following a successful lobby by Paduan feminist Anna Piva, the world’s first doctoral graduate will be honoured with a public statue. Elena Lucrezia Cornaro Piscopia graduated from Padua university in 1678.
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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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At its extended 44th session, UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee did not add Venice to the endangered list. However, Padua’s 14th century fresco cycles join the World Heritage Sites.
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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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The University of Padua elects a female rector for the first time in its 800-year-old history. Daniela Mapelli will start her six-year tenure on 1st October 2021.
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