Villatora
Welcome to Villatora: a geographic fraction friend of Saonara
If you're looking for a quiet location in northern Italy, Villatora is definitely worth considering. This charming geographic fraction is located in the municipality of Saonara, in the province of Padua. It is located northwest of Saonara, beyond the trunk of the Padua-Venice waterway. In recent years, it has undergone important urban development and has become contiguous with the eastern outskirts of Padua and Tombelle.
The history of Villatora
Villatora, whose name derives from the personnel of the "Ancient Romans Taurius," is mentioned for the first time in a document from 1152. At that time, it was part of the court of Sacco, part of the possessions of the Bishop of Padua since 897.
Monuments and places of interest
Parish church
The church of Saints Simon and Jude was a property of the canons of the cathedral of Padua, dependent on the parish of Sermazza (now Vigonovo). During pastoral visits, the building always appeared to be in good condition, although in 1756 Pope Clement XIII judged it insufficient for the number of parishioners. Twenty years later, the reconstruction work began, which ended in 1780. A new round of restoration work was carried out in 1871-1872, which concluded with the consecration of the building on December 6, 1919.
Inside, on the right wall of the nave, you can see a bas-relief depicting a "Madonna with Child," probably made during the second half of the seventeenth century or the first half of the eighteenth century. Other works present in the building are the two white marble angels on either side of the high altar, sculpted by Giuseppe Danieletti at the end of the eighteenth century, and the painting depicting the titular saints, signed by the painter Demetrio Alpago at the end of the nineteenth century.
Villa Pimpinato, Schiavon
Located along the Frassenedo di Villatora road, south of the center and the provincial road of Vivai, Villa Pimpinato has evolved from an original mid-nineteenth century farmhouse. The building has been refurbished several times during the following century, developing on two floors plus an attic.
The interiors are organized according to the typical tripartite scheme of Venetian villas, with a passing hall, four rooms on each side, and a stairwell in the center of the right side. The openings are very simple, with lintels and no ornaments, but are emphasized by projecting thresholds.
Above the entrance door, there is also a iron balcony, with the relative French window for the lighting of the passing salon. The attic windows are aligned with those on the lower floors but smaller. A low-ceilinged annex is also part of the complex.
Conclusions
In summary, Villatora is a geographic fraction of Saonara, in the province of Padua, which offers many tourist attractions. In fact, the parish church, monuments, and places of interest present in the city, such as the 19th century villa, attract visitors from all over Italy and beyond. This place is ideal for a visit, perhaps in the company of friends or family, in case you feel like spending pleasant days in a quiet and relaxing environment. So, if you're looking for a location to enjoy the beauty of northern Italy, don't hesitate to visit Villatora.
