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			File:Padova_Cappella_degli_Scrovegni_Innen_Langhaus_West_1.jpg\|Padova Cappella degli Scrovegni Innen Langhaus West
			File:Duomo_(Padua)_-_Facade.jpg\|Duomo (Padua) - Facade
			File:PadovaAnfiteatro1.jpg\|Padova Anfiteatro
			File:Tomba_di_Antenore.jpg\|Tomba di Antenore
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			File:Clock_tower_and_Lion_of_St._Mark_in_Padova_-_just_like_the_ones_in_Venice.jpg\|Clock tower and Lion of St. Mark in Padova - just like the ones in Venice
			File:Giotto,_diavolo.jpg\|Giotto, diavolo
			File:Exterior_of_Palazzo_della_Ragione_(Padua).jpg\|Exterior of Palazzo della Ragione (Padua)
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'''Padua''' ([[Italian language|Italian]]: ''Padova''; [[Venetian language|Venetian]]: ''Pàdova'') is a [[city]] in the [[Veneto]] region of [[Italy]]. It is the capital of the [[Province of Padua]] and is known for its historic university, [[University of Padua]], which was founded in 1222.

== History ==

Padua was originally a [[Bronze Age]] settlement that became an important Roman municipality. After the fall of the [[Roman Empire]], Padua passed through various rulers, including the [[Goths]], [[Lombards]], and [[Franks]]. In the 12th century, it became a free commune and later joined the [[Venetian Republic]].

== Culture ==

Padua is known for its rich culture and history. It is home to the [[Scrovegni Chapel]], which houses a famous cycle of frescoes by [[Giotto]]. The city's historic center also features the [[Palazzo della Ragione]], a medieval town hall, and the [[Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua]], a major Catholic pilgrimage site.

== Education ==

The [[University of Padua]] is one of the world's oldest universities. It has been a center of academic excellence and research for centuries, boasting alumni such as [[Galileo Galilei]] and [[Nicolaus Copernicus]].

== Economy ==

Padua's economy is diverse, with strengths in sectors such as manufacturing, retail, and services. The city is also a significant agricultural center, known for its production of wheat, corn, and wine.

== Transport ==

Padua is well-connected by road and rail. The city's main railway station, [[Padua railway station]], offers direct connections to cities such as [[Venice]], [[Milan]], and [[Rome]]. Padua is also served by the [[A4 motorway (Italy)|A4 motorway]], providing easy access to other parts of Italy.

== See also ==

* [[History of Padua]]
* [[Culture of Padua]]
* [[Economy of Padua]]
* [[Transport in Padua]]

[[Category:Cities in Veneto]]
[[Category:University towns in Italy]]
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			File:Prato_della_Valle.JPG\|Prato della Valle
			File:Abbazia_di_Santa_Giustina.jpg\|Abbazia di Santa Giustina
			File:Torre_dell'Orologio_Padova.jpg\|Torre dell'Orologio Padova
			File:Padova_Cappella_degli_Scrovegni_Innen_Langhaus_West_1.jpg\|Padova Cappella degli Scrovegni Innen Langhaus West
			File:Duomo_(Padua)_-_Facade.jpg\|Duomo (Padua) - Facade
			File:PadovaAnfiteatro1.jpg\|Padova Anfiteatro
			File:Tomba_di_Antenore.jpg\|Tomba di Antenore
			File:Duomo_(Padua)_-_Facade.jpg\|Duomo (Padua) - Facade
			File:Clock_tower_and_Lion_of_St._Mark_in_Padova_-_just_like_the_ones_in_Venice.jpg\|Clock tower and Lion of St. Mark in Padova - just like the ones in Venice
			File:Giotto,_diavolo.jpg\|Giotto, diavolo
			File:Exterior_of_Palazzo_della_Ragione_(Padua).jpg\|Exterior of Palazzo della Ragione (Padua)
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