Name: Piazza Garibaldi
Address: Piazza Garibaldi, Bassano del Grappa, Veneto, Italy

Piazza Garibaldi is a square in Bassano del Grappa, located in the historical center of the town, adjacent to Piazza Libertà.

The square was named after Giuseppe Garibaldi, a prominent Italian general and nationalist who played a significant role in the unification of Italy.

Popularly, the square is also known as Piazza della Fontana, due to the Bonaguro Fountain (Fontana Bonaguro), located in its center, or Piazza delle Erbe, because for centuries the vegetable market was held there.

SHORT HISTORY OF PIAZZA GARIBALDI

Piazza Garibaldi

The current appearance of the square dates from 1776, when the architect Antonio Gaidon arranged it.

In 1898, the arrival of a water pipe from the Fontanazzi springs that brought pure water right to the center of Bassano, represented an event of national importance.

The event was then celebrated with the construction of the Bonaguro Fountain in the center of the square.

The fountain was designed by the sculptor Carlo Spazzi, and named after the mayor Antonio Bonaguro, who donated it to the community on the occasion of the inauguration of the public aqueduct.

ARCHITECTURE OF PIAZZA GARIBALDI

Piazza Garibaldi is overlooked, to the north, by the Civic Tower (Torre Civica), while to the south are the Church of San Francesco and the Civic Museum.

The piazza’s focal point is the Civic Tower, a symbol of pride for the town. Dating back to the medieval period, the tower offers an impressive backdrop to the square and is a testament to the town’s long-standing architectural heritage.

On the opposite side of the square, there is the 12th-century Church of San Francesco, a stunning example of Romanesque and Gothic architectural styles.

The church’s simplicity contrasts with the ornate details of other buildings in the square, giving it a serene and contemplative appearance.

Another key attraction in Piazza Garibaldi is the Museo Civico di Bassano del Grappa (Civic Museum), one of the oldest museums in the Veneto region, founded in the early 19th century.

Housed within a former convent, the museum offers a fascinating collection of artifacts, from archaeological finds and medieval manuscripts to Renaissance paintings.

It is especially known for its works by Jacopo Bassano, a celebrated artist from the town who played a significant role in the Venetian Renaissance.