Why is Scorzè called Scorzè? The answer lies hidden in the mists of time, back when leather tanning was a thriving trade here. You see, “scorzeri” were the skilled artisans who transformed animal hides into supple leather. Their legacy lives on in the very name of this charming town, Scorzè. This unassuming town, located about 25 kilometers northwest of Venice, holds a history as rich and layered as a finely crafted leather satchel. Long before the “scorzeri” plied their trade, Scorzè was a canvas for even older stories. Imagine the Paleovenetian people, the earliest inhabitants of this region, leaving their mark on the land. Picture the Roman legions marching through, their sandals kicking up dust on the very ground we stand on. In the Middle Ages, Scorzè found itself caught in the tug-of-war between powerful families: the bishops of Treviso, the formidable Ezzelinos, the Del Caminos, and the Della Scalas. Finally, it found a haven in the embrace of the Venetian Republic, the mighty Serenissima. Today, Scorzè stands as a testament to its resilient spirit. It’s a town where history whispers from every corner, a place where ancient traditions blend seamlessly with modern life, as vibrant and enduring as a perfectly preserved piece of leather.
Центральный дом работников искусств
Step through the grand wooden doors of the Central House of the Workers of Art, and you’ll be transported to