TODAY... VERONA!

Verona, is a city stradding the Adige river in Veneto, northen Italy, with approximately 265,000 habitants and one of the seven chef-lieus of the region. It is the second largest city municipality in the region and the third of northeneast Italy. The metropolitan area of Verona covers an area of 1,426 km2
and has a population of 714,274 habitants. 


It is one of the main tourist destinations in northern Italy, owung to its artistic heritage, several annuals fairs, shows, and operas such as the lyrical season in the Arena, the ancient amphitheatre built by the Romans. 
Three of Shakespare´s plays are set in Verona: "Romeo and Juliet", "The Two Gentleman of Verona" and "The Taming of the Shrew". The city has been awarded "World Heritage Site" status by UNESCO because of its urban structure and architecture.