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The Veneto Region

Italy’s renowned Veneto region is home to Pieve del Grappa and CIMBA.The fourth-largest region in Italy by population, its capital is Venice and the largest city is Verona. Veneto is known for its medieval walled towns, larger cities steeped in history and art, Roman heritage towns, seaside villages, Lake Garda, the Dolomites and so much more. Imagine driving 75 minutes to Venice’s famed canals in your free time, instead of just completing your regular weekend tasks back home.

Pieve del Grappa

Located at the base of Mount Grappa in northern Italy’s Veneto region, the town of Pieve del Grappa offers the perfect location for graduate students. With a population of just over 6,000, this picturesque community provides local, Italian hospitality in one of Italy’s most prominent business regions. It also serves as the perfect gateway to explore Italy’s other regions and the rest of Europe.

Outside of the classroom, MBA students often explore the vineyards surrounding campus, hike Mount Grappa and more. The small size and inviting atmosphere of Pieve del Grappa create unique bonds that bring CIMBA students and the community closer together. It is the perfect place to immerse yourself in coursework and culture unavailable in the United States.

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Culture & Activities

Driving from Paderno del Grappa

Go Places to Go Places

Treviso - 50 minutes

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Treviso is known for being the original production area of Prosecco wine and is perhaps where Tiramisu was originally created. It is also a popular destination for cycling enthusiasts. Attractions include:

  • Prosecco Tours
  • "Luigi Bailo" Museum
  • Saint Caterina of Servi of Maria
  • Piazza dei Signori
  • Parco Naturale Regionale del Fiume Sile
  • Salce Collection National Museum

Venice - 1 ¼ hour

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Known as the City of Canals, Venice is the capital of the Veneto region. It is built on more than 100 small islands in a lagoon in the Adriatic Sea. There are no roads in Venice, just canals. Attractions include:

  • Saint Mark’s Square
  • Saint Mark’s Basilica
  • Saint Mark’s Campanile
  • Doge’s Palace
  • Grand Canal
  • Rialto Bridge

Verona - 1 ½ hour

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Also in the Veneto region, Verona boasts a medieval old town built between the Adige River. It’s famous for being the setting of Shakespeare’s "Romeo and Juliet”. Attractions include:

  • Verona Arena
  • Juliet’s House
  • Piazza del Erbe
  • Castel San Pietro
  • Piazza Bra
  • Castelvecchio Museum

Bologna - 2 hours

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Bologna is the historic capital of the Emilia-Romagna region in northern Italy and the unofficial culinary capital of the country. It is the birthplace of bolognese pasta sauce, but there is also much more to do than just eat. Attractions include:

  • Piazza Maggiore
  • Leaning Towers of Bologna
  • Bologna Archeological Museum
  • Basilica di San Petronio
  • Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca
  • Fountain of Neptune

Milan - 3 hours

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A global capital of fashion and design, Milan is located in Italy’s Lombardy region. It is also known as the economic heart of Italy, as many headquarters of the financial industry are based in Milan. Attractions include:

  • Duomo di Milano
  • Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
  • Sforzesco Castle
  • Teatro alla Scala
  • Pinacoteca di Brera
  • Da Vinci's The Last Supper

Florence - 3 ½ hours

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Florence is the capital of the beautiful Tuscany region. It is home to many masterpieces of Renaissance art and architecture. Attractions include:

  • David of Michelangelo
  • Uffizi Gallery
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
  • Ponte Vecchio
  • Palazzo Vecchio
  • Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence

Siena - 4 hours

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Also located in Italy’s Tuscany region, Siena is known for its cuisine, art, museums and medieval architecture. Attractions include:

  • Piazza del Campo
  • Duomo di Siena
  • Tower of Mangia
  • Pubblico Palace
  • Basilica Cateriniana San Domenico
  • Pinacoteca Nazionale di Siena

Rome - 6 hours

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The capital of Italy, Rome’s history spans 28 centuries. It is widely known for its stunning architecture and art. With everything this significant city has to offer, it’s no surprise Rome is one of the most visited cities in the world. Attractions include:

  • Colosseum
  • Pantheon
  • Trevi Fountain
  • Vatican Museums
  • Roman Forum
  • Sistine Chapel