Palace · Italy · Veneto

Villa La Rotonda

Palladio's perfectly symmetrical villa near Vicenza.

UNESCO World Heritage Paid entry about 60 min

For storytellers

Why Villa La Rotonda matters

La Rotonda is a square villa with a portico on each side and a central dome, designed by Andrea Palladio. It inspired buildings worldwide. Opening days are limited. Even if you can only see it from the outside, the view of the perfect symmetry is rewarding.

Talking points

  • Designed by Palladio.
  • Symmetrical on four sides.
  • Inspired later buildings.
  • Check opening days.

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