
The most impressive square in the city - "Prato della Valle" is known as "Pra" among the residents of Padua. It was designed by Domenico Cerato in 1775, at the insistence of Andrea Memia. The square resembles a large green elliptical island, surrounded by a canal with four bridges and 78 statues of famous historical figures. These statues were built in the period 1775-1838. Once there was a Roman amphitheater here, and today this is a traditional place for holding fairs and other organized events.