For the great desire I had to see | fair Padua, nursery of arts, I am arrived... | and am to Padua come, as he that leaves | a shallow plash to plunge in the deep, and | with satiety seeks to quench his thirst. (William Shakespeare)
Padua is one of the most captivating and dynamic cities in Italy. It is a fascinating blend of the historic and the modern, of centuries-old traditions and an urban rhythm that lends it a unique atmosphere. Known also as the City of the Saint and the economic capital of Veneto, Padua is one of the most important cities of art in Italy. Rich in history, tradition and culture and surrounded by the lagoon, hills and pre-alps, it has one of the most important thermal basins in northern Italy. The Basilica of Sant’Antonio attracts pilgrims from around the world. The countless works of art that enhance the city are also a draw for tourists. Called the “capital of fourteenth-century painting” by art critic Vittorio Sgarbi, many artists left their mark on the city with world-renowned art over the years, including the extremely famous fourteenth-century frescoes by Giotto in the Scrovegni Chapel, the most famous after the Sistine Chapel in Rome. Padua is more than history, however. It is also a lively city thanks to the numerous students who live here. This is clearly due to the prestigious Padua University, one of the most famous in Italy and among the oldest in the world. Founded in 1222, it had Galileo Galilei as one of its professors. Medieval walls enclose the historic centre of the city, which is dotted with places and buildings of considerable interest and important monuments, including medieval towers, seigneurial buildings, historic villas, the splendid Prato della Valle, churches and other places of worship, the Piazze (squares), buildings that symbolize secular power, museums and temples of culture (the Bo, the Botanical Gardens, etc.), as well as avant-garde architecture, including Daniel Libeskind’s monument to those who died in the Twin Towers in New York, known as the Net Tower. For this reason, while walking along the streets of central Padua, it is not unusual to come across the charming places that create the backdrop of the city’s daily life.
The Engel & Völkers office in Padua is located in the heart of the city, in front of the Duomo – one of its most visited and admired tourist attractions. Every day, we strive to offer our clients the most interesting and prestigious real estate available in the city (for purchase or lease), catering to those who love enduring values.
Our team is composed of respected professionals with years of experience in the real estate sector and younger colleagues who display professionalism and enthusiasm.
We assist our clients with the utmost courtesy and willingness.
Reliability is assured when you purchase or sell your home in Padua through our agency.
Competence, exclusiveness and passion are our values.
