Padova is one of the loveliest cities in Italy and has a wealth of witness to its glorious cultural and artistic past which attracts millions of visitors every year from all over the world. Today it is also an important economic centre and the most important intermodal road, rail and river connections centre in Italy.
The historic heart of the centre is a mixture of various styles: medieval, renaissance and modern which combine to create a unique and fascinating scenario. Handicraft shops and ancient crafts mingle with modern life and constantly growing trade. Padova is a city of culture (artistic and historic sites, museums, cultural events), of science (the important University which is one of the oldest and largest in Europe) and the most important economic centre in the Northeast. The city is also an important religious centre with the relics of St. Anthony, which attract millions of pilgrims from all over the world every year.