Lombardy
Welcome to our Lombardy category! Discover the captivating region of northern Italy, a dynamic blend of high fashion, financial prowess, and breathtaking natural beauty. From the bustling metropolis of Milan with its iconic Duomo and design scene, to the serene shores of Lakes Como, Garda, and Maggiore, and the dramatic peaks of the Alps, Lombardy offers a rich tapestry of experiences. Explore historic cities, indulge in exquisite cuisine, and soak up the sophisticated yet vibrant ‘joy of life’ that defines this extraordinary part of Italy.
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Triple-Chocolate Gelato by Cioccolati Italiani Naviglio Grande / Milan
If you’re looking for a Chocolate-Coma, enjoy a Triple Chocolate Gelato by Cioccolati Italiani Naviglio Grande in Milan. Besides Gelato and Italian ice cream, they offer Chocolate in any form you can wish for. Actually, I ordered ‘one small chocolate gelato’ while walking along Naviglio Grande, but received a true chocolate dream. First, the top…
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Travel Diary: Walking along Naviglio Grande in Milan’s Navigli District
Naviglio Grande is the place to be in Milan, especially during summer evenings. In the Navigli district, there is one Restaurant next to another Café and Restaurant, the houses are cute and small and in between you can find individually-owned shops and art galleries. Naviglio Grande is the last Canal that is still intact in…
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ibis Styles Milano Centro Hotel (former Hotel Serena Milan)
ibis Styles Milano Centro Hotel is located on the corner to Corso Buenos Aires and just a few hundred meters to the Train Station Milano Centrale. The location of this affordable City Hotel couldn’t be any better! ibis Styles Milano Centro opened just back in Fall 2015 and therefore everything is still in a very…
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Frecciabianca Train to Venice, from Milan – Trip Report
The Frecciabianca Train connects Venice with Milan. In just 2:35 hours you can Travel from the Lombardian Metropol City of Milan to the floating city of Venice. Of course with Stops in other Cities on the way, Brescia, Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmione, Verona Porta Nuova, Vicenza, Padova, Venezia Mestre and Venezia S. Lucia as a final…
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On Top of the Civic Tower Campanone Bergamo
The Top of the Civic Tower Campanone Bergamo is the Highest point in the Lombardian City. Reaching a height of 52 meters in the already higher situated Citta Alta, the upper town, you have an amazing round view from the top of the Civic Tower Campanone Bergamo. As the entrance is free with the Bergamo…
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Bar Flora Di Mariani Paola in Bergamo
During the Winter Off-Season, it can be quite tough to find a Restaurant in Bergamo that offers Dishes you like and has reasonable Prices. Luckily I found both my chances at Bar Flora Di Mariani Paola in Bergamo. This Bar is located at Piazza Vecchia, right next to the Civic Tower Campanone, one of the…
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Mercedes me Store Milan inside Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Back in May 2015, the first Mercedes Me Store in Milan opened its Doors, inside the famous Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II right next to the famous Duomo di Milano. Right next to luxury labels such as Prada, Gucci, and Co., there is now a very special car dealership. Going casually Shopping, visiting a Mercedes Me…
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Exploring Bergamo with the Bergamo Card
Exploring Bergamo with the Bergamo Card is the easiest way to discover Lombardi City in northern Italy. May it either be a Trip for just 1 Day or longer, the Bergamo Card is available for either 24 hours or 48 hours. Within this time, after the first usage, you are absolutely free to explore Bergamo…
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Stracciatella Gelato by La Marianna Bergamo & authentic Recipe
Did you know that La Marianna Bergamo is the inventor of the Stracciatella Gelato? Ice Cream was invented and produced for the first time by Enrico Panattoni in 1961, the owner of the Cafe. Stracciatella Gelato is creamy white with irregular pieces of dark chocolate. Isn’t it interesting that this ice cream sort was invented…
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Frecciargento Train to Milan, from Zurich – Trip Report
Taking a Frecciargento High-Speed Train to Milan, from Zurich, was a very good decision. Actually, I planned to take a long-distance bus to Milan, but it turned out the Train Ticket I bought via SBB, the Swiss Federal Railways, was even cheaper than the Bus Ticket. 21 CHF for the Train from Zurich to Milan,…
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Maio Restaurant at la Rinascente Milano (with a View on Duomo)
The Pizza with the best View on Duomo di Milano can be enjoyed at Maio Restaurant at la Rinascente.
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Where to buy your Duomo di Milano Tickets
For a visit to the Duomo di Milano in Milan, you need to plan some extra time. Time to queue to buy your Ticket, time to queue to go up, enough time to enjoy the 5th-largest church in the world and time to visit Museo del Duomo di Milano. With some easy yet simple Tricks, you…
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Pizza Margherita by Rossopomodoro at EXPO 2015 in Milan
I already told you, I had the very best Pizza of my entire life at Rossopomodoro during the EXPO 2015 in Milan. Pizza Margherita is my absolute favorite Pizza. Pizza dough that rested for 24 hours, fresh canned Pomodoro (Tomatoes), the best mozzarella and sprinkles of the tastiest Italian Olive Oil. That’s it. Easy, cheap…
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Hotel Ornato – Gruppo Mini Hotel in Milan
For my stay in Italy to visit EXPO 2015 I was looking for a cheap but modern hotel, and found it – Hotel Ornato in Milan. Well, not directly cheap but the value for money should be fine. Instead of spending up to a hundred euros more per night for a Hotel in the centre…
