Verona is located in the south-eastern part of Italy. Piazza delle Erbe that was once a forum, remembers the times of the Roman Empire and is located in the oldest part of the city. The square is surrounded by medieval buildings. Among them, on the northern side of the courtyard, they are the famous Case Mazzanti, i.e. Houses of the Mazzanti Family. Their facades are covered with colorful frescoes, which are beautifully illuminated at night. Verona was once known for the frescoes decorating its most important buildings. The city was even called the Urbs picta. The houses of the Mazzantis were inhabited by the most illustrious families.