A sightseeing tour in the footsteps of Romeo and Juliet:
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“There is no sadder tale in the world than the tale of Romeo and Juliet.” William Shakespeare moved the action of the saddest tale in the world to medieval Verona, immortalizing the great love of two young characters caught up in passion but separated by the rivalry of their families. A tour in the footsteps of Romeo and Juliet is a fascinating journey for lovers, newlyweds, and those who simply believe in love. You will see the main sights of the city, experience the cultural and aesthetic value of the local architecture. You will breathe the air of the city, which literally breathes love. You will hear all kinds of versions of the creation of the legendary work and learn myths and legends about its main characters. The unique information gathered as a result of detailed study of Shakespeare’s works, as well as myths and legends, from local people will give you a new perspective on the city. You will walk in the footsteps of Romeo and Juliet like a detective seeking to unravel the secret of the mystical playwright and his characters. You will see where Romeo and Juliet lived, visit the places where they met (according to legends) and where they were buried.
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Verona is a fairy-tale city, which is covered with mythical, but the most sincere and touching love. Agree, because sometimes, despite the prose of life, you want to believe in a fairy tale. To begin with, you will visit Porta Borsari, where, according to the book, Romeo killed Tybalt. The ancient wool market in Corte Sgarzerie – in the old medieval square. The Well of Love – with a very sad love story of another Verona couple. Medieval towers and courtyards where events from the great Shakespeare’s book unfolded. House of Romeo – the official name of Romeo’s house is now Casa di Cagnolo Nogarola detto Romeo after the name of its owner. This majestic building was built in the 13th century by the Monticoli family (a prototype of the Montague family), one of the richest and most influential families of the time. Clan struggles for power in the Middle Ages were an integral part of the life of the nobility.
A visit to Juliet’s House (entrance fee) and a chance to stand on her balcony. Write a letter to Juliet and drop it in the Juliet Club mailbox. Or touch the bronze statue of Juliet and make a wish.
The former convent of San Francesco Al Corso, in whose crypt, according to legend, Giulietta was buried and where her symbolic sarcophagus made of Verona pink stone is located; there is also a museum with Roman amphorae and frescoes transferred from the buildings and churches of the city (entrance fee).
If you wish, you can finish the tour in the café to taste the delicious cookies “Romeo and Juliet’s Kisses”.
