Villa Emo Capodilista<\/strong>, known as La Montecchia<\/strong>, is a refined Venetian villa situated on a small hill near the Euganean Hills<\/strong>. The name itself derives from the Latin term monticula<\/em>, indicating the slightly elevated position that provides a striking view of the surrounding landscape. <\/p>\n The villa was designed in 1568<\/strong> by the painter and architect Dario Varotari<\/strong> for the noble Capodilista family<\/strong>, who still own it today. The building was conceived as a hunting and leisure lodge<\/strong>, intended for the family’s country retreats, and represents an original and rare example in the panorama of sixteenth-century Venetian villas. <\/p>\n The structure features a square plan<\/strong> with four identical facades<\/strong>, characterized by elegant loggias<\/strong> and a distinctive architectural crown with volutes and pinnacles<\/strong>, decorative elements that give the villa a scenic and recognizable appearance.<\/p>\n In addition to the architectural design, Dario Varotari also oversaw the interior pictorial decoration<\/strong>, collaborating with Antonio Vassillachi<\/strong>. The frescoes, rich in colors and symbolism, draw inspiration from mythological themes<\/strong> and the history of the Capodilista family<\/strong>, offering visitors a refined visual narrative typical of Venetian Renaissance culture. <\/p>\n The guided tour provides insight into the villa’s role within the system of villas and castles along the ancient Castellana, Noalese, and Miranese routes<\/strong>, exploring the connection between architecture, territory, and sixteenth-century aristocratic life.<\/p>\n Contact us now for a quote<\/strong> or book online<\/strong> your guided tour of Villa Emo Capodilista “La Montecchia”<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":3898,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"categoria-visita-guidata":[68,80],"tag-visita-guidata":[70],"class_list":["post-3911","visita-guidata","type-visita-guidata","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","categoria-visita-guidata-guided-tours-venetian-villas","categoria-visita-guidata-villas-in-padua-and-the-euganean-hills","tag-visita-guidata-venetian-villas"],"acf":{"introduzione_visita":"Guided tour of Villa Emo Capodilista La Montecchia: discover architecture, frescoes, and Venetian landscape, stories of the noble Capodilista family. Duration: 1 hour<\/strong>, expert guides<\/strong>, online booking<\/strong>.","durata_visita_guidata":"1 session \u2013 1 hour","luogo_visita_guidata":"Villa Emo Capodilista La Montecchia, Veneto","fruizione":"Guided tour focusing on architecture, pictorial decorations, and historical-regal context, access to selected interior areas","lingue":"Italian, English","intro_categoria":"Discover the Venetian villa La Montecchia, situated on a hill overlooking the landscape, a refined example of sixteenth-century architecture. The guided tour recounts the art, decoration, and aristocratic life of the noble Capodilista family and the surrounding territory. ","faq_1":"What is the duration of the tour?","risposta_faq_1":"The tour lasts 1 hour; it takes place in individual sessions and requires booking.","faq_2":"In which languages is the tour available?","risposta_faq_2":"Normally Italian and English; other languages available upon request.","faq_3":"What does the visit include?","risposta_faq_3":"Renaissance architecture, frescoes, history of the Capodilista family, and connection with the Castellana, Noalese, and Miranese routes.","faq_4":"Is online booking required?","risposta_faq_4":"Yes, online booking is recommended to secure your place.","faq_5":"How to reach the villa?","risposta_faq_5":"Located in the Euganean Hills, accessible by car or public transport from the main Venetian cities."},"yoast_head":"\nTour Duration<\/h3>\n
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