12 must-see attractions in Verona

The Nicolis Villafranca Museum in Verona attracts many mechanical enthusiasts and history lovers with its rich and diverse collections and carefully arranged exhibitions.

9. Scala Arch

The Arch of Scala in Verona (Arco dei Gavi) is an ancient Roman arch in Verona, Italy, built in the 1st century AD. It was designed by the Roman architect L. Vitruvius Cerdo for the Gavi family, a prominent family in Verona. The arch was originally located on one of the important Roman roads, the Via Postumia, and was one of the main entrances into the city.

The design of the arch is typical of Roman architecture. It is built of marble, with a solid structure and exquisite decoration. There is an inscription on the arch to commemorate the contribution of the Gavi family. There are four pilasters around the arch, each with exquisite carvings and decorations above it.

In the 19th century, during the Napoleonic Wars, the arch was dismantled and preserved in the castle museum. In the mid-20th century, the arch was reassembled and moved to its new location near the Adige River, and it remains an important historical and tourist attraction in Verona.

10. St. Petersburg

Castel San Pietro is located on a hill in Verona, overlooking the Adige River. The castle was originally built in 1398 for military defense. The castle is strategically located, overlooking the entire city of Verona and the surrounding scenery.

St. Peter’s Castle has a long history and has been rebuilt and transformed several times. The original medieval building was rebuilt by the Republic of Venice in the 16th century, and later during the Austrian rule, the castle was further transformed and used for military purposes. Today, the ruins of the castle retain some ancient building structures and walls, where visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the city.

11. Lake Garda

Lake Garda (Lago di Garda) is the largest lake in Italy, located in northern Italy, spanning Lombardy, Veneto and Trentino-Alto Adige. The lake is long and narrow, extending about 51 kilometers from north to south, about 17 kilometers at its widest point, and covers an area of ​​about 370 square kilometers.

The lake is surrounded by beautiful scenery, mountains and hills, and the lake water is crystal clear. The Alps in the north bring a cool climate to the lake area, while the south is surrounded by vineyards and olive groves and has a mild climate. There are many charming towns on the lakeside, such as Sirmione, Malcesine and Riva del Garda, which attract a large number of tourists to come for sightseeing, leisure and water sports.