Campodoro
Welcome to Campodoro, a hidden gem in the heart of Veneto
Hello everyone! Today I want to talk about Campodoro, a municipality of 2,572 inhabitants located in the province of Padua in Veneto. If you are looking for a peaceful and authentic place, you are in the right place!
Physical geography
Campodoro is located approximately 18 kilometers northwest of both Padua and Vicenza, and sits at an altitude of 23 meters above sea level. The municipality is composed of several districts, including the main ones: Campodoro and Bevadoro.
Origins of the name
Bevadoro, formerly called Bevadòr, owes its name to the ancient "bibatorium", or "drinking trough". In fact, this village was once a stop for pilgrims, caravans, and soldiers passing between Vicenza and Padua. Campodoro, on the other hand, was called Campolongo Minore until 1866 and was the result of the merger of Campolongo and Bevadoro.
History
The villages that make up the municipality have very ancient origins, probably earlier than the year 1000. However, the first official document that mentions Bevadoro and Campodoro dates back to 1231. The coat of arms and flag of the municipality were granted by royal decree in 1940.
Monuments and places of interest
If you are passionate about history and architecture, Campodoro will not disappoint you!
Bevadoro Church
The current Church of San Leonardo in Bevadoro was built in 1828 by the archpriest Giovanni Battista Arcaro and consecrated in 1832 by the bishop of Vicenza. Until then, the church was located where the cemetery is now, not far from the Ceresone river. Some documents from the pastoral visits of the bishops of Vicenza date back to the 15th century and refer to the church. Until the 20th century, another church dedicated to St. John the Baptist stood in the town square, the last testimony of the presence of the Templar Knights and the Hospitaller Knights in Bevadoro.
Campodoro Church
The church of Santa Margherita in Campodoro was the parish church from the late 12th century and initially depended on the diocese of Padua. In the 16th-19th centuries, the church had been united with the parish of San Leonardo in Bevadoro, but in 1865 the bishop of Vicenza granted it autonomy again. The current church was built between 1904 and 1906 and contains two works of great cultural and religious importance: a painting depicting the Holy Shroud and one depicting the deposition of Jesus, attributed to Palma the Young. The patron saints are Margherita of Antioch and St. Basil.
Interparochial Center
In the 1950s, the parish of Campodoro felt the need to have a gathering space and construction began on a multifunctional building, equipped with a cinema-theater and meeting rooms. The work was carried out thanks to the generosity and volunteering of the community.
Conclusions
Campodoro is a peaceful and authentic municipality, perfect for those seeking a break from the frenzy of the city. Its churches and historic buildings make this place unique and perfect for art and history lovers. If you are looking for an original destination for your next vacation, Campodoro will surely meet your expectations!
