The one thousand year old Venetian Republic left a wealth of art and history which is still carefully preserved in numerous towns and cities in the Veneto region. The uniqueness of Venice with the serene procession of palaces along its canals, the ever changing play of light upon its bridges, facades, bell towers and waters is framed by the inland treasures of this region which include Verona, Vicenza, Padova,and the serenity of the Palladian villas.