Trentino – Worth Visiting
The region of Trentino is part of the western Dolomites and is very well organized from an Italian standpoint. Certainly this place is beautiful with a hefty and deep tradition of deep studies and containing some of the best academic institutions in northern Italy.
One of the better places to see in this region is the town of Rovereto which is a fantastic place if you are wine lover. The number of vineyards here rivals some parts of Tuscany. Obviously the types of wine grown here are different then in Tuscany but that certainly adds to its charm. I am always drawn to places with vineyards for some reason. This city is also noteworthy in that this was the first city in which Mozart played in Italy. Of course to honor that event each year the city puts on a Mozart festival which many musicians and fans come to visit and soak up the atmosphere.
Since this is a border town from Austria and Italy this place has seen its fair share of war. Having a famous Castello or Castle which is now a war museum. The church bells ring 100 times at night in order to remember all the dead in all the wars that have taken place since the city was founded. At the foot of the castle lies Piazza del Podesta where there is a memorial to all of the fascists that died during the second world war.
Rovereto had many famous residents including the futurist Fortunato Depero who died in 1960 and left the town the Museo Depero. This small museum was designed by the artist himself as was supposed to be dedicated to the futurist movement. Another famous resident is the great archeologist Paolo Orsi who donated many of his findings to the cities Museo Civico . This museum boasts having one of the greatest collection of archeological films in existence. This is also the third oldest museum in the country and contains many of the archeological findings of this man.
The western Dolomites are sure a sight to see on your travels through the Veneto region of italy. Containing many small towns with great historical significance you can see many sites that are just dripping in history. The wealth of this region is not only a natural one but also a historical one as well.
May 6th, 2008 at 3:32 pm
Yes! I def think that is a place worth visiting!
May 8th, 2008 at 10:08 am
Nice introduction. Good to know the region of Trentino. I will visit the place once there is a chance to Italy and Austria.
May 22nd, 2008 at 1:26 pm
I also think the place will be worth visiting. I will have to put it on my list.
May 23rd, 2008 at 4:12 am
I know that The region of Trentino is part of the western Dolomites and is very well organized from an Italian standpoint.I get many facility from them.
May 25th, 2008 at 8:49 am
Gona mark this as a “to go” place on my list of travels!
May 27th, 2008 at 3:10 pm
I know that Italy is a historical country.I want o visit this country soon.
June 1st, 2008 at 10:21 pm
Italy is a wonderful place to visit. I am hoping to get my wife over there next year. I need to have her visit your blog.
June 9th, 2008 at 11:29 pm
i also have the plan to visit Italy in next 5yrs, nice post really interesting and I’m very much impressed to visit Trentino.
June 14th, 2008 at 5:51 am
I was in Rovereto for a short time many years ago and found it quite enchanting. I would love to go back some day. You have a very interesting blog.
June 17th, 2008 at 10:09 pm
Sounds really nice there. I wish you could post some pictures so we could all share in the experience (at least a bit!).
June 20th, 2008 at 3:39 pm
Rovereto is an absolutely beautiful place. It is a “must visit” when you take a trip to Italy. It has a truly fascinating history, and is well worth taking the time to see and appreciate.
June 24th, 2008 at 2:46 pm
The way you described the place I think the place is worth visiting.So I will definitely try to visit at least once.Thanks for the post.
June 27th, 2008 at 3:35 am
You’ve painted a lovely picture of it. Now I’m craving red wine!
June 27th, 2008 at 4:45 am
I really don;t know about the “region of Trentino” , But after reading this article I’m really interested to go there…
Thanks for sharing this with us…
June 28th, 2008 at 8:29 pm
Wow,
This sounds like a great place to visit – I will be travelling to Italy in a few weeks to visit a granite / stone supplier, I would love to have the time to go here!
Take care,
Andy
July 6th, 2009 at 7:06 am
Really superb places to visit…………….. Post some more pictures to see.. So that visitors have an idea.