Andrea Palladio

Andrea Palladio
Andrea Palladio
Born	November 30, 1508; Padua, Italy
Died	August 19, 1580; Maser, Italy
Nationality	Italian
Occupation	Architect
Known for	Villa Capra "La Rotonda"; Basilica Palladiana; Church of San Giorgio Maggiore

Andrea Palladio (November 30, 1508 – August 19, 1580) was an Italian architect. He was born in Padua and died at Maser, near Treviso. He worked in and around Venice. He was influenced by Greek and Roman architecture. He influenced architects for centuries.

He wrote several books about architecture. His most famous buildings are: Villa Barbaro, Villa Capra "La Rotonda", Basilica Palladiana, Church of San Giorgio Maggiore, Il Redentore, and Teatro Olimpico.