[2025 Padua Attraction] Travel Guide for Scrovegni Chapel (Updated Apr)

Padua is close to the romantic water city of Venice. In the evening we came to this city that is not famous in China, but it also has a pivotal position in Europe, with the oldest botanical garden in Europe and the Roman-Gothic cathedral built in the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries. - St. Antonio's Church, the Scrowney's Chapel, famous for its Giotto's murals, and the University of Padua, the second oldest university in Europe. Galileo and Dante taught here, and Copernicus studied here. I don't know if I don't know. There are so many stories of history and culture here. In the square in the center of Padua, we met a row of big trees wearing crocheted openwork sweaters. It is said that these are prepared by the parents of each leaving child. Represents a love. Leaving the central square, we walked towards the San Antonio Church, a landmark of Padua and a place of pilgrimage for the believers. Originally to commemorate Padua's asylum seeker San Antonio. The majestic church and the combination of various architectural styles make it a landmark in Padua. The pointed arches are a Roman-style transition to Gothic style. The Byzantine domes and the Turkish-style minaret are staggered, and the continuous blind arches under the gables are reminiscent of Lombard. The hustle and bustle of various architectural styles inside the church is also very obvious. For example, the two sides of the symmetrical ear hall are two completely different styles - Romanesque and Gothic.

Padua, located next to Venice, is a small town that has long been a cultural and economic center, thriving as a key transportation hub. During the Roman Empire, it was an important base, and magnificent buildings such as the University of Padua and the Palazzo della Ragione were built during this era and still play a significant role as the town's heritage. The Basilica of Saint Anthony houses Saint Anthony, the patron saint of Padua. Although photography is prohibited inside the basilica, the overall oriental mood created by the colors and fresco patterns, along with its eight domes, is remarkable. The Scrovegni Chapel, where you can see frescoes painted by Giotto, is a must-visit with a reservation. The ultramarine blue is strikingly beautiful, far surpassing Giotto's frescoes in Assisi. Viewing times during the day are 15 minutes per person for 16 euros, and after 7 PM, it is called 'Giotto by Night,' costing 10 euros for 20 minutes per person. The light entering through the windows gives a different impression. Previously, photography was prohibited, but it is now allowed. A recommended restaurant is Ristorante Vecchio Falconiere, where the performance of serving meat dishes on hot porcelain plates is both interesting and delicious. Since the town is small, you can visit the main tourist attractions in a one-night, two-day stay.

#DecemberTravelSupportEvent #ScrovegniChapter This is the Scrovegni Chapel in Padua, a place that is still not well known! It is where Giotto's frescoes are painted. In fact, I thought this place was much prettier and better than The Last Supper! Make sure to make a reservation and visit.