Asolo
The pearl of Treviso
Thanks to its panoramic position on the hills north of Treviso, Asolo is often referred to as the "Pearl of the Treviso area" or the "city of a hundred horizons". Visible from afar, the ruins of the Rocca dominate, overlooking the picturesque hill town. Numerous artists, writers, actors and heads of state drew and still draw inspiration from the small town. Around the city it is full of historic villas and sumptuous country estates, ideal frames for relaxing moments. From the Venetian Cypriot queen Caterina Cornaro, through the romantic Englishman Robert Browning, to the actress Eleonora Duse, many famous people owned a house in Asolo. Even today the picturesque town with its fabulous alleys, fragrant gardens and breathtaking mountain scenery is a paradise for romantics.
Asolo is much more than a romantic jewel in the mountains. Being an important wine center in the Treviso area, Asolo is also known for its production of quality wines from the region, from Prosecco to Merlot.
Attractions in Asolo
The pretty town of Asolo offers its visitors few attractions, but many romantic and interesting places. Piazza Maggiore with its beautiful Renaissance fountain, Via Robert Browning with long arcades and murals, dating back to the 15th century, and the Palazzo della Ragione with the city museum are worth a visit, as well as the Castle of Caterina Cornaro (now Teatro Eleonora Duse ) and the Rocca castle from the 12th century. In the Cathedral of Santa Maria di Breda, built on the foundations of a Roman spa complex, there is a masterpiece by Lorenzo Lotto: the altarpiece "The apparition of the Virgin".
The Casa Duse, the home of the actress Eleonora Duse, is located in the northwestern part of the city. The famous actress was buried in the cemetery of the Sant'Anna district, located on the highest hill in the city, where the writer Freya Stark also rests. Worthy of note are also the numerous and magnificent villas on the road leading to the cemetery.