Villa Crotta-De'Manzoni, the northernmost of the Venetian Villas, dates back between the 15th and 16th centuries: it is in the heart of the town and is the result of centuries of extensions and alterations. Inside we can find a comprehensive series of frescoes by Pietro Paoletti (1801-1847). The gardens are graced with statues of pagan divinities and figures in costumes. At the southern extremity of the park stands the rustic Toresella, dating back to the 19th century, used as place of leisure: to enjoy music over a cup of tea with a unique view of Dolomites’ landscape. Next to the Villa is "El Broi", a spacious grassy area of about an hectare: surrounded by a double row of acacia trees and hedges, an area restricted to children's playground and to host cultural or sporting events.
The Villa's side overlooking Piazza Libertà is adorned with an ancient fountain topped by a St. Mark's lion: symbol of Venetian supremacy, while the west side is closed-off by the Municipality building, formerly location of the Mining Technical & Industrial Institute Mining "U.Follador" founded in 1867, amongst the most renowned Italian specialistic educational institutes
