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City of Trento
- A city full of surprises
Trento is a city of art, of history and represents a crossroad for the contrasting cultures of Italy and northern Europe. Originally a Roman city, Trento became famous with the Council (1545 -1563) which gave rise to the counter-reformation. Trento’s rich artistic and historical heritage can be found in its monuments, which embody the centuries of history written under the dual influences of northern and Italian cultures, still evident today in the variety of architectural styles.
Among the many faces of Trento, one of the most striking is that of the alpine Renaissance city, which has been restored to its original splendour by recent restorations. The most important places to visit are the Castello del Buonconsiglio (the castle which was home to the prince bishops of Trento for many centuries), the Duomo (cathedral) and its splendid square, the houses decorated with frescoes, the churches of the Council, the museums and exhibitions which today make Trento a city of art, culture and traditions beyond those of the Alps.
Trento is also a city of great cultural interest because of the university with many faculties, that is becoming more and more important among Italian and international universities.
