Lombardy, one of the giant regions of Italy, has a wealth of attractions to offer tourists on their vacation. Situated in Northern Italy and sharing a border with Switzerland, Lombardy is a perfect melody of tall mountain chains that weave through scenic landscapes.
Go hiking through this vast terrain and lose yourself in its beauty. Explore the charming towns and villages scattered across Val Chiavenna or Camonica Valley or go whizzing down the ski slopes of Livigno or Bormio in the cold winter months!
A large section of the flooded plains of the Po lie in Lombardy, where huge rice fields are harvested. Rice is one of the main staples here, along with pasta of course. Try the regional dish of saffron infused rice risotto along with a crisp cold glass of local wine as a satisfying lunch during your time here. Also worth tasting is the salty cured salami of Varzi and the rich soft texture of locally made mascarpone cheese. If you like strong flavours then why not sample the pungent Gorgonzola cheese, produced by a town of the same name in Lombardy.
Go hiking through this vast terrain and lose yourself in its beauty. Explore the charming towns and villages scattered across Val Chiavenna or Camonica Valley or go whizzing down the ski slopes of Livigno or Bormio in the cold winter months!
A large section of the flooded plains of the Po lie in Lombardy, where huge rice fields are harvested. Rice is one of the main staples here, along with pasta of course. Try the regional dish of saffron infused rice risotto along with a crisp cold glass of local wine as a satisfying lunch during your time here. Also worth tasting is the salty cured salami of Varzi and the rich soft texture of locally made mascarpone cheese. If you like strong flavours then why not sample the pungent Gorgonzola cheese, produced by a town of the same name in Lombardy.
Lombardy is home to some incredible lakes like Lake Garda, Lake Como and Lake Maggiore. Spend a pleasant few days sunbathing along their shores or sailing out to fish in their clear waters.Visit the UNESCO awarded Renaissance city of Sabbioneta and the archaeological sites at Mantua.
Embark on an exciting train journey on the Rhaetian Railway and explore the famous Crespi d’Adda in Capriate San Gervasio, an old factory town. Discover all the city of Milan in Lombardy has to offer by way of history, culture and tourist attractions.
Be sure to take a trip to the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie where the original fresco of ‘The Last Supper’ by Leonardo da Vinci is on display. Spend a glorious afternoon walking around the magnificent Saint Salvatore Monastery in Brescia or the grand Visconti castle in Pavia.
Embark on an exciting train journey on the Rhaetian Railway and explore the famous Crespi d’Adda in Capriate San Gervasio, an old factory town. Discover all the city of Milan in Lombardy has to offer by way of history, culture and tourist attractions.
Be sure to take a trip to the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie where the original fresco of ‘The Last Supper’ by Leonardo da Vinci is on display. Spend a glorious afternoon walking around the magnificent Saint Salvatore Monastery in Brescia or the grand Visconti castle in Pavia.
Lombardy is no stranger to celebrations throughout the year; a fantastic carnival is held in Milan in February where spectators are treated to a feast of colour and joyous atmosphere in the form of thousands dressed up in costume, large floats driving through the streets and stalls lined up through the city selling all kinds of delicious foods and skilfully made crafts.
A fun rowing competition is hosted on Lake Como in the month of September along with the entertaining Palio del Baradello which is most certainly worth witnessing. A delicious rice festival can be savoured in Mantua in June where tourists can try all the best rice dishes created and passed down through the generations in Lombardy.
This region is brimming with beautiful things to see, do and taste so why not book a villa in Lombardy for your next holiday destination!
A fun rowing competition is hosted on Lake Como in the month of September along with the entertaining Palio del Baradello which is most certainly worth witnessing. A delicious rice festival can be savoured in Mantua in June where tourists can try all the best rice dishes created and passed down through the generations in Lombardy.
This region is brimming with beautiful things to see, do and taste so why not book a villa in Lombardy for your next holiday destination!
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picture 1: Luca Giarelli / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 1: Luca Giarelli / CC BY-SA 3.0;