Padova Urbs picta

Padua, a city steeped in history and art, boasts eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites that are home to stunning 14th-century frescoes. The official app, Padova Urbs Picta, serves as your guide to these treasures, offering an immersive journey through time to explore the masterpieces of Giotto and other renowned artists of the period. This app transforms Padua into a vibrant canvas of art and culture, waiting to be discovered.

Embark on a cultural expedition to the following UNESCO heritage sites:

• Giotto and the Scrovegni Chapel
• The Church of the Eremitani
• The Palazzo della Ragione
• The Chapel of the Carraresi Palace
• The Cathedral Baptistery
• The Basilica and Monastery of St. Anthony
• The Oratories of St. George and St. Michael

Each site is meticulously detailed within the app, featuring 10 content pieces per location. These are enhanced with reference images, and you can choose to either read the texts or listen to the audio, which is also available in Autoplay mode. Should you encounter any unfamiliar terms, a handy glossary is readily available to clarify your understanding.

Track your journey with the app's Journal feature, which shows your progress in percentage terms and allows you to accumulate culture points. Earn badges as you explore, and test your knowledge with the app's Quiz. Completing the quiz unlocks your personal medieval Beast and a captivating story inspired by historical events in Padua.

Planning your visit is made easy with the app's direct contact options to museum receptionists and links to their web pages. Utilize the Map feature and activate Google Maps geolocation to navigate to these historic sites effortlessly.

We value your feedback! Share your observations and experiences through the app, helping us to continually improve your experience. Enjoy your cultural adventure in Padua!

What's New in the Latest Version 2.5

Last updated on Aug 29, 2024

Bug fixes have been implemented to enhance your experience.