The town of Bassano-del-Grappa has very ancient origins, and we know it was inhabited in prehistoric times, as shown by archaeological finds and a protovillanovian necropolis (X-VIII century B.C.) discovered around St. George in Angarano.

Bassano was later conquered by the Romans, who called it Bossianus.

Around the 10th century a fortress was built that was later transformed into a castle, with some houses that developed around it - this was the first real core of 'modern' Bassano.

In early 1200 the famous 'Bridge of Bassano' was built.

In the Middle Ages and up until the 15th century, Bassano suffered from being the centre of many rivalries and was in turn defeated by many Italian Seignoiries: the Vicenza, the Scaligeri (Scala family from Verona), the Visconti from Milan and Padua all established their domination of Bassano at different times.

In early 1400 it was conquered by the Venetians, who ruled until the fall of the 'Serenissima'. The years of Venetian rule were, overall, prosperous for Bassano, which was embellished by numerous palaces and churches, and various manufacturing activities linked to the production of silk, ceramics and wool.

After 1600 the city entered a period of decline.

In the 18th century, following the  invasion of Italy by Napoleon, the city was ruled by the French, then after the fall of Napoleon by the Austrians (1814).

Finally, after the struggles of the Risorgimento, Bassano became part of the Kingdom of Italy in 1866.

What to see

The wooden Ponte Vecchio bridge, rebuilt several times, after being destroyed by high water and wars, but always according to Palladium’s original 1569 design. The bridge is well famous for a popular song of the Alpine troops in WW1 (Sul ponte di Bassano - là ci darem la mano. - Là ci darem la mano - ed un bacin d'amor...)

The majestic Sturm Palace, the patrician dwelling of the XVIII century, with interior stucco decorations and frescoes, now housed in the Ceramics Museum.

in the central Piazza Libertà, the statue of St. Bassiano and the church of San Giovanni Battista, with a richly decorated rococò chapel.

Castello Superiore, the first defensive fort that later became the citadel, in the higher part of the city.

The 10th century cathedral Pieve di Santa Maria, inside the fortress whose construction was started in 998.

The Parolini gardens, laid out by naturalist Alberto Parolini, with a wonderful variety of tropical plants.

Events

Between May and June: the “Biso & Verdiso” a feast celebrating the typical local white asparagus.

June: the “International Street Art Festival”

July and August: the “Opera Estate Festival Veneto” (Veneto Summer Opera Festival), with 400 performances including dance, theatre, jazz concerts, opera and films of cultural value, held in Bassano’s most fascinating spots.

In mid-September: every odd-numbered year: “La Ballata del Millennio” with more than 500 characters in costumes re-enacting the most significant moments of Bassano’s history.

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