The beautiful region of Lombardy located in the north of Italy, is the richest and most populated in Italy, and one of the wealthiest areas in Europe!
It borders Switzerland and can boast to having a nice climate; reasonably mild in winter and warm in summer. There is a superb selection of cosy holiday rentals in Lombardy for tourists to base an exciting stay at!
The region can be enjoyed from two perspectives; one is a picturesque view of nature; from majestic mountains to peaceful lakes like Lake Como. The other is visiting the bustling large towns and cities including the capital city of Milan which is bursting with things to see and do!
Lombardy has twelve lovely provinces which all have something unique to offer tourists. They’re called Bergamo, Brecia, Como, Cremona, Lecco, Lodi, Mantova, Milan, Monza- Brianza, Pavia, Sondrio and Varese.
It borders Switzerland and can boast to having a nice climate; reasonably mild in winter and warm in summer. There is a superb selection of cosy holiday rentals in Lombardy for tourists to base an exciting stay at!
The region can be enjoyed from two perspectives; one is a picturesque view of nature; from majestic mountains to peaceful lakes like Lake Como. The other is visiting the bustling large towns and cities including the capital city of Milan which is bursting with things to see and do!
Lombardy has twelve lovely provinces which all have something unique to offer tourists. They’re called Bergamo, Brecia, Como, Cremona, Lecco, Lodi, Mantova, Milan, Monza- Brianza, Pavia, Sondrio and Varese.
There are many fascinating Roman ruins to visit and museums which house the intriguing artefacts discovered, dating back to these times. Visit the many thousands of rock carvings left by the ancient Camuni people in Valcamonica, detailing images of animals, people and symbols date as far back as Neolithic times. Lombardy is also the home of the great literary masters, Pliny the Elder and Virgil.
See the original fresco of Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece ‘The Last Supper’ in the Maria della Grazie Church in Milan or immerse yourself in the rich musical traditions of the region.
Lombardy is the birthplace of the famous composer Gaetano Donizatti and the City of Cremona is believed to have been the birthplace of the violin! Mantua city was also one of the founding cities of 16th and 17th century’s opera and classical music. It’s truly a feast for the ears to listen to some of this style of music as you travel through this glorious region! There are many music festivals hosted in towns and cities all over Lombardy throughout the year so perhaps you might be lucky enough to be there for one!
See the original fresco of Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece ‘The Last Supper’ in the Maria della Grazie Church in Milan or immerse yourself in the rich musical traditions of the region.
Lombardy is the birthplace of the famous composer Gaetano Donizatti and the City of Cremona is believed to have been the birthplace of the violin! Mantua city was also one of the founding cities of 16th and 17th century’s opera and classical music. It’s truly a feast for the ears to listen to some of this style of music as you travel through this glorious region! There are many music festivals hosted in towns and cities all over Lombardy throughout the year so perhaps you might be lucky enough to be there for one!
Try the delicious range of local foods here; including Tortelli di Zucca which is ravioli with a sweet pumpkin filling.
Or enjoy the strong tangy flavour of Gorgonzola cheese which is produced here. Single pot meals are very common in Lombardy and they’re packed with lots of flavour and goodness!
Lombardy is famous for its fashion industry, especially Milan which produces large quantities of fine silks and textiles for export to all over the world. It’s the headquarters of fashion brands like Prada, Armani and Dolce and Gabanna.
There are an incredible seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites here which are certainly an enriching itinerary to add to your plans if you come here for a few days. Why not stay in a stylish apartment in Milan city or relax at a luxury villa in the scenic countryside.
Or enjoy the strong tangy flavour of Gorgonzola cheese which is produced here. Single pot meals are very common in Lombardy and they’re packed with lots of flavour and goodness!
Lombardy is famous for its fashion industry, especially Milan which produces large quantities of fine silks and textiles for export to all over the world. It’s the headquarters of fashion brands like Prada, Armani and Dolce and Gabanna.
There are an incredible seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites here which are certainly an enriching itinerary to add to your plans if you come here for a few days. Why not stay in a stylish apartment in Milan city or relax at a luxury villa in the scenic countryside.
Photo credits
picture 1: MarkusMark / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Kim Scarborough / CC BY-SA 2.0
picture 1: MarkusMark / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Kim Scarborough / CC BY-SA 2.0