Situated in the foothills, just half an hour's drive from Vicenza and a few minutes away from Bassano del Grappa, Marostica is surrounded by the ancient walls of its castles, as if it wants to symbolise its discreet elegance. This finds its moment of greatest expression and renown in the world famous Chess Game. From Piazza Castello, the first impression is that of finding oneself in a historic and magical world, with the public watching the challenge from the stands. There is a scenographic effect of unique impact, with the city walls begining from the hill overlooking the town descending right to the heart of the historic centre, linking the Castello Superiore to the Castello Inferiore, which faces onto the characteristic Square in the form of a Chess Board.