03.04.2026
Navigli: the history of the canals in the heart of Milan
Navigli in Milan is one of the most beautiful and lively parts of the city. The historic network of canals, once used to transport goods and marble for the construction of the Duomo di Milano, now lovesattracts visitors to its romantic atmosphere, great food and vibrant nightlife.
26.03.2026
Tree library in Milan
If you're looking for a place in Milan where you can take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city, but also soak up its modern energy, BAM Milano is the place to be. This is no ordinary park - BAM, or Biblioteca degli Alberi Milano (Library of Trees), is a unique space that combines nature, architecture and...
26.01.2026
Milan Linate Airport (LIN)
Milan Linate Airport (LIN) is the second-largest airport in Milan, and thanks to its location, it is one of the most accessible airports in all of Italy. It is located just a few kilometers from the center of Milan and is primarily used by passengers on European routes.
Although it is not located by the sea, it is often...
12.01.2026
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) is the largest international airport in northern Italy and one of the busiest airports in the entire country. Although it is not located directly on the coast, many tourists heading to Liguria, the Italian Riviera, or the resorts in the Cinque Terre region use it.
Thanks to its extensive...
07.01.2026
Crespi d'Adda - a perfectly preserved working-class town under UNESCO protection
Crespi d'Adda in Lombardy is one of the most remarkable examples of industrial architecture in Europe. This "ideal worker's organism" was created at the end of the 19th century as a bold entrepreneurial project of the Crespi family. The intention was clear: to create a community that would live and work in a harmoniously...
07.12.2025
3 iconic dishes from Lombardy
Lombard cuisine is based on meat broths, butter, rice and subtle but distinctive flavours. Some of the most famous dishes in northern Italy come from here. Among the most iconic are ossobuco, risotto alla Milanese and Milan's Christmas symbol , panettone.
Ossobuco - veal shank with buttercream crumbles
Ossobuco is...
22.10.2025
Gardone Riviera—elegance, art, and gardens on the shores of Lake Garda
On the western shore of Lake Garda, in the province of Brescia, lies Gardone Riviera, another of northern Italy’s most charming destinations. Here you can see elegant old villas, Mediterranean gardens, and breathtaking views of the lake. A perfect embodiment of the Italian dolce vita.
Vittoriale degli...
20.10.2025
Sacro Monte di Varese: pilgrimage mountain over Lombardy
Rising above the city of Varese is the Sacro Monte di Varese, one of the most impressive pilgrimage sites in northern Italy. It consists of a sacred path lined with fourteen chapels and crowned by the shrine of Santa Maria del Monte. And while it's a place of deep faith, it will appeal to anyone who loves history, art...
18.10.2025
Castellaro Lagusello
Castellaro Lagusello - one of the most beautiful villages of Italy (I Borghi più belli d'Italia) - is a small medieval village that will enchant anyone looking for an authentic atmosphere, tranquillity and a piece of history. Next time you're on Lake Garda, stop by!
Castellaro Lagusello is a part of the...
10.10.2025
Where is the best Italian sparkling wine born? Franciacorta
In the hilly countryside between Lake Iseo and the city of Brescia lies the Franciacorta region - a region that has become synonymous with luxury, quality and a slow pace of life. Wine, history and a landscape dotted with vineyards and castles. Discover it with us!
When you say Italian sparkling wine, most people think...
08.10.2025
The most beautiful villages of Lombardy
Lombardy, a region mainly associated with Milan and Lakes Como and Garda, has another face - a quiet, rural and authentic one. Among its hills, vineyards and mountain valleys lie villages that rightly boast the title of I borghi più belli d'Italia - "the most beautiful village in Italy".
01.10.2025
Bellagio—Luxury and Romance at the Tip of Lake Como
Few places in Italy have a location as iconic as Bellagio. The town lies exactly where the two arms of Lake Como split like a fork, offering views in every direction—of the mountains, the water, and other beautiful towns. As early as the 19th century, European nobility discovered this scenery, and Bellagio became...
07.09.2025
Cimitero Monumentale - cemetery with artistic tombstones
The Cimitero Monumentale in Milan is not just an ordinary cemetery. It is one of Milan's most important monuments and attracts visitors from all over the world. Not for nothing is it often called "the open-air museum".this monumental complex was opened in 1866 andif you are interested in Italian art, architecture and...
05.09.2025
Castello di Vezio - a medieval fortress overlooking Lake Como
When people hear “Lago di Como,” most think of elegant villas, romantic promenades, and famous celebrities who spend their vacations here. However, very few people realize that high above the town of Varenna stands Castello di Vezio —a medieval castle that combines breathtaking views, fascinating...
25.08.2025
Torrazzo di Cremona: the tallest brick bell tower in Europe
The historic town of Cremona in Lombardy is dominated by a monumental bell tower called the Torrazzo. At 112 metres high, it is the tallest brick bell tower in all of Europe and one of the most impressive medieval buildings in Italy.
History and construction
The Torrazzo was built gradually between the 13th and 14th...
21.08.2025
Certosa di Pavia: Renaissance monastery in Lombardy
Just a few kilometres from the town of Pavia is one of the most magnificent works of Italian architecture - the Certosa di Pavia. This Carthusian monastery, founded in 1396 by Gian Galeazzo Visconti, Duke of Milan, is a true masterpiece that combines Gothic and Renaissance.
History and significance
The monastery was...
26.07.2025
Porta di Prada: The stone gate over Lake Como
In the middle of the Lombardy Alps, high above Lake Como, is a natural rock formation called the Porta di Prada - "Gate of Prada". This impressive stone arch has become a popular destination for mountain and panorama lovers.
It is a naturally formed rock arch located between the Grigna Settentrionale and Monte Pilastro,...
15.07.2025
Chiesa di San Bernardino alle Ossa: Temple of skulls and bones in the middle of Milan
Just a few steps away from Milan's bustling Piazza Duomo is a place that looks inconspicuous, but will leave you completely baffled. Chiesa di San Bernardino alle Ossa is not just a church. It's a mysterious sanctuary where art, faith and human mortality are intertwined in one of the strangest interiors in all of Italy....
10.07.2025
Palazzo Te
Palazzo Te is one of the most important artistic treasures of northern Italy and one of the most stunning examples of Mannerist architecture. This charming summer residence of the Gonzaga family is located near the historic centre of Mantova, itself a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Palazzo Te offers a unique combination of...
02.07.2025
What is Tempio Voltiano hiding?
On the shores of the beautiful Lake Como is an elegant building that at first glance resembles an ancient temple. But the Tempio Voltiano, or Temple of Volta, is not just an architectural gem - it is above all a tribute to one of Italy's most important scientists, Alessandro Volta.
A tribute to the man who "lit up the...
