Thiene
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Thiene ( ) is a city and comune in the province of Vicenza, in northern Italy, located approximately west of Venice and east of Milan. __NOTOC__ The city has an active and lively industrial sector, composed mainly of small to medium-sized companies. The Centro Europeo per i Mestieri del Patrimonio is located at Villa Fabris. This wealthy community has recently been the destination of numerous immigrants, primarily from Morocco, Asia and Central Europe.
Thiene ( ) is a city and comune in the province of Vicenza, in northern Italy, located approximately west of Venice and east of Milan. __NOTOC__ The city has an active and lively industrial sector, composed mainly of small to medium-sized companies. The Centro Europeo per i Mestieri del Patrimonio is located at Villa Fabris. This wealthy community has recently been the destination of numerous immigrants, primarily from Morocco, Asia and Central Europe.
History
Of ancient Roman origin, it was acquired by the Visconti of Padua in the Middle Ages. Later it was a free commune, and subsequently part of the Republic of Venice.
Economy
Once Volare Group had its head office in Thiene.
Main sights
Landmarks include: Palazzo Porto Colleoni Thiene (called The Castle, and also villa), built in the 15th century according to late Venetian-Gothic style. The main façade is characterized by a central portico with mullioned windows flanked by towers with merlons. The interior has frescoes by Giovanni Antonio Fasolo with Giovanni Battista Zelotti. Villa Thiene Cornaggia -Gothic architecture palace from the 15th century. Villa Beregan Cunico (17th century). Duomo -Baroque style Cathedral of Thiene San Vincenzo - Romanesque Gothic church dating to 1333; frescoes depicting the life of St Vincent date to 15th century. Oratory of the Natività della Vergine - small gothic jewel of a church.
Notable people
Arturo Ferrarin (1895 - 1941), famous Italian aviator Franco Dal Maso (born 19421), retired Italian professional football player Davide Rigon (born 1986), Italian racing driver Thomas Ceccon (born 2001), Italian swimmer, current world record holder in the long course 100 metre backstroke with a time of 51.60 seconds
References
External links
Official website Castle of Thiene
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