The historic city of Verona today contains elements representing its 2,000 year history: the Roman period, Romanesque, Middle Ages and Renaissance which have survived intact until the 19th century.

Verona’s ancient walls are another of its many architectural treasures. Originally constructed in Roman times, over the centuries they’ve been extended, supplemented and enhanced, most notably by the ...

Over the centuries, crowds of up to 25,000 spectators have filled this place, cheering Roman gladiator battles, medieval executions, and modern plays, including Verona's popular summer opera festival.