According to the legend Abano, Terme was founded by the legendary hero Hercules, it was he who opened the miraculous properties of local sources, which instantly heal wounds obtained in battles. Well, if this place helped such a respected ancient Greek warrior, then simple mortals should absolutely be visited in this resort.
Abano Terme is a balneological resort. Balneology has a different, more understandable title - hydrotherapy. Souls, baths, inhalation, washing - all this balneotherapy. The healing force of sources in Abano Terme was known in antiquity. Most of those who come here for the first time fall in love with this place forever.
This thermal resort is located in an excellent climatic zone and among the beautiful natural landscape - at the foot of the Eughan hills.
There is a large number of hospitals, the main specialization of which is the diseases of the musculoskeletal system, the respiratory tract and cosmetology. Surprisingly, "Abano" translates from ancient Greek as "without torment." And this phrase can be considered the motto of this resort. Indeed, the biggest problem that you will have - this is the choice of hotel, sanatorium or hospital. And this is a rather heavy choice, because the quality of services offered for a relatively low fee is quite extensive everywhere. Almost all hotels have its thermal pool, garden or park.
But even if you feel an absolutely healthy person, your joints do not crunch, you are full of strength, I still advise to look at this resort.
First, the treatment is voluntary, and leisure and healthy sleep is useful to any organism. Secondly, there is something to see - the historical part of the town is sufficiently interesting. Pearl definitely is San Lorenzo Cathedral , built in two stages - the bell tower dates from the 9th century, and the construction of the main building was completed in 1780. The inspection of the cathedral will deliver pleasure and just a tourist and a true connoisseur of art as the interior is decorated with genuine canvas of famous Italian masters: Pietro Della Vecchyaa, Georgio Outsko. The cathedral is quite ascetic, but this does not detract from his beauty:
Church of Madonna Della Salute Built in the 15th century and very revered by bar. Interior decoration adorn the ancient frescoes. There are still services here, to be present on which everyone can.
Sun and World Square It is the central area of the resort. Here you can see gigantic marble sundials - the largest in Europe, if at all someone has conducted such competitions among sunny hours:
And just not possible not to visit Martyrone Picture Gallery where you can enjoy the works of art.
Well, after adaptation, a small rest and inspection of local attractions, you can take a gland for the city. A huge plus Abano Terme is the location of relatively wonderful Italian cities, everything is in the affordable proximity: Venice, Padova, Verona, as well as the magnificent Lake Garda, the Adriatic coast. Before the neighboring town of Montagrotto can be reached by bike. And before long-distance cities, the train is walking (40 minutes and you in Venice).
The most important thing is to properly distribute the time, because you want to go everywhere, but for one trip it is physically impossible. That is why tourists loved in this wonderful place Return to Abano Terme again and again.
