VeronaHistory and Touristic

locationsAshley Jimenez

Period 6

The History of Verona The first historical records of Verona

are from the fourth century B.C. During the Roman times, it became a

notable commercial as well as political center.

The Romans largely favored the location of Verona and they colonized it in the year 89 B.C.

The History of Verona continued… Later on, Verona became the location

for various power struggles which led up to rivalries in the late 1200’s.

The della Scalas were one such family that fought for their right to govern.

Under Cangrande’s supervision, Verona captured several other smaller cities.

The History of Verona continued… After Canegrande, the heirs continued

by Mastino II and Cansignorio. Towards the end of the family’s reign,

the Castelvecchio was built as a tribute to the della Scalas.

Afterwards, Verona joined the empire of Venice.

Finally, in the mid 1800’s, Verona became part of the Kingdom of Italy.

Touristic Locations in Verona – Arena di Verona

The Arena di Verona is a 2,000 year old Roman arena.

It holds the largest opera stage in the world.

During the summer months, it has opera as well as other performances.

Touristic Locations in Verona - Ponte Scaligero The Ponte Scaligero was built for

defensive purposes and nearly destroyed during the second World War but then was later heavily reconstructed.

Touristic Locations in Verona - Ponte Pietra The Ponte Pietra goes over the

Adige River. It also needed to be rebuilt after

World War II, but using the original stones.

Touristic Locations in Verona – Jiliet’s Balcony William Shakespeare’s “Romeo

and Juliet” includes a scene where Romeo talks to Juliet from her balcony. The city of Verona contains this legendary balcony which dates back to the 13th century.

Touristic Locations in Verona - Piazza dei Signori The Piazza dei Signori is Verona’s

central square. It includes a statue of Dante due

to the fact that he resided in the city for a period of time.

Touristic Locations in Verona - Piazza delle Erbe

This square used to be the Roman Forum during the Roman Empire Times, but is now an open air market that is surrounded by historic buildings and sculptures.

Touristic Locations in Verona - Castelvecchio This castle was built by the della

Scala Family when they were the rulers of Verona during the 14th century.

This was their residence during he rule of Cangrande II in 1854.

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