The Veneto region has been for centuries the favourite “summer resort” of the Most Serene Republic of Venice. Between the 16th and the 18th century, more than 4,000 villas were built for Venice’s patricians, providing them with the perfect setting to ride, hunt, cultivate the lands and relax, far away from the claustrophobic capital. Mirrored in the Brenta Canal, dotting the countryside or overlooking the valleys from the top of the hills, these grand palaces were enhanced by fountains and gardens and decorated with beautiful frescoes. Claudia Daniotti, who was born and grew up in the Veneto, lead us in a perfect journey into these outstanding beauties of her native land.